Adult 2 | Leader Meeting
2024-04-07 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Lovvorn Hall
Adult 2 expanded leadership team and their spouses are invited to join Sean Beach for a leader meeting on Sunday, April 7 at 12:30pm in Lovvorn Hall.

Kenya Mission Trip
2024-04-09 - 2024-04-19 | Kenya
Join First Dallas on a mission trip to Kenya from April 9-19, 2024. The Lord can do so much if we have the willingness to go and serve!

Students | Camp Sunday
2024-04-14 09:15 | Student Center
Students, don’t miss Camp Sunday, April 14! Meet one of the Beach Camp speakers, Drew Worsham, and see how he weaves illusions and magic tricks with an engaging biblical message. We’ll talk about how we expect God to move in June and get hype for Beach Camp!
Drew Worsham is an accomplished mentalist, magician, and illusionist. He is a public speaker with 14 years of pastoring experience. Drew travels worldwide, captivating audiences large and small with his storytelling and creative presentations.
When he’s not on the road, he is in San Antonio with his wife, Jane, and two kids, Tilly and Linden. He loves all things that meld art and science together: magic, cooking, candle-making, and anything else that sparks his attention.
You can’t lead people somewhere you’ve never been, and Drew has walked in the depths and deserts and has come through the other side with treasures to impact you right where you are.

For King & Country + Rebecca St. James
2024-04-14 09:15 - 11:00 | Worship Center
Worship with the four-time GRAMMY-winning duo, For King & Country, and their sister, GRAMMY-winner and our Resident Artist, Rebecca St. James, at First Baptist Dallas! On Sunday, April 14, at 9:15 & 11am, the three artists will join our Choir & Orchestra for a spectacular time of praise. Then, Dr. Robert Jeffress will deliver a powerful, engaging, and biblical message.
For King & Country and Rebecca St. James have been some of the most well-awarded and defining voices in modern Christian music, and we are excited for them to lead us as we worship the Lord together!
ABOUT FOR KING & COUNTRY

The brothers that comprise For King & Country, Joel and Luke Smallbone, are among the music industry’s most decorated duos. Since their formation, For King & Country has won four GRAMMYs, a Billboard Music Award, 10 Dove awards, and has sold out shows in countries like the USA, Australia, Germany, Netherlands, and New Zealand. The Australian-born artists have had nine #1 songs, including the platinum hit, “God Only Knows.” Now, they are easily one of the most recognizable names in Christian music.

ABOUT REBECCA ST. JAMES

Among the most defining artists in Christian music history, GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter, best-selling author, speaker, and actress, Rebecca St. James rocketed into the global spotlight in 1994.
The Australian native’s modern pop sensibilities and uncompromising lyrics set a benchmark in Christian music, leading a new generation of artistry in the genre. Rebecca St. James has earned multiple Dove Awards, nine #1 Christian radio singles, and two gold-certified recordings. Her discography includes such iconic albums as Pray, God, and Transform.

Special Needs Family Luncheon
2024-04-14 12:30 | HFC 7 | College Room
Fellowship with other Special Needs Families at the Special Needs Family Luncheon! Join us for food and encouragement on Sunday, April 14 at 12:30pm in the College Room on HFC Level 7.
REGISTER HERE

For King & Country and Rebecca St. James | "Unsung Hero" Screening
2024-04-14 17:30 | Worship Center
Join For King & Country and Rebecca St. James for a special premiere of their new movie, Unsung Hero, on Sunday, April 14, at 5:30pm.
REGISTER HERE
If you have children birth–Pre-K, drop them off for Play & Learn and enjoy the movie!
REGISTER FOR PLAY & LEARN HERE

When David Smallbone’s successful music company collapses, he moves his family from Australia to the United States in search of a brighter future. With nothing more than their six children, their suitcases, and their love of music, David (for KING + COUNTRY’s Joel Smallbone) and his pregnant wife Helen (Daisy Betts) set out to rebuild their lives from the ground up. Based on a remarkable true story, a mum’s faith stands against all odds; and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs. With their own dreams on hold, David and Helen begin to work together with their children to find their way forward as a family, eventually going on to become two of the most successful acts in Inspirational Music history: five-time Grammy Award-winning artists for KING + COUNTRY and Rebecca St. James.

Students | Innovate
2024-04-16 09:30 - 13:15, 2024-04-23 09:30 - 13:15 | Student Center
Innovate meets every Tuesday from 9:45am–1:15pm.
Do you need a NEW fun, educational, and biblically-based co-op? Look no further!
Innovate is an initiative created by First Baptist Dallas to help homeschoolers get plugged into a group of like-minded students at no cost!
Our goal is to help students socially, academically and spiritually. We meet every Tuesday for 3 hours. All high schoolers are welcome!
What to expect:
Taught by our high school and girls’ minister, they help students engage through educational games, videos, hands-on activities, and life skills! From skills like songwriting, improv, pottery, and more. Your teen will love this program and the best news is it’s completely free!
Email Thad Taylor at ttaylor@firstdallas.org to register.
SCHEDULE:
9:45am | Large Group
10:15am | Gym Time
11:15am | Academic Game
12pm | Lunch
12:45pm | Life skill activity
1:15pm | Dismiss
REGISTER HERE

Women's Bible Study | Emboldened
2024-04-16 10:15, 2024-04-17 18:30, 2024-04-23 10:15, 2024-04-24 18:30 | CenterStage
First Dallas recognizes the importance of Bible study in a woman’s life, and we know that women need fellowship, prayer, and encouragement to live in obedience to God’s Word, which is why we offer Women’s Bible study!
This year, we will be going through a study written by our First Dallas Women’s Staff called Emboldened: A Study of Acts, where we will look at how the Holy Spirit empowered and emboldened the early church, and how we can be bold to live on fire for Christ just like they did. Join us each week on Tuesdays at 10:15am or Wednesdays at 6:30pm for a powerful lesson from our Teaching Team, interactive Bible study, discipleship, mentoring, fellowship, and fun!
We want to invite women of all ages from all walks of life: young or old, married or single, with or without children, new to the Christian life or those who have been Christians for many years, Bible experts and those who are just beginning to explore the Bible. When you come to WBS, you will find a welcoming atmosphere and will learn that other women have similar joys and struggles to share; we will study a passage together and recognize there is truth to impact our lives. Because our focus is God’s Word, you can be certain that you will grow in your faith and you will become a woman who knows the Lord in a deeper way—and that will impact all your relationships. Come and gather around the table, get to know women who live in your area of town, study alongside a woman with similar interests, meet a new friend, and expect to be loved and encouraged!
Bible Study Registration:
REGISTER HERE

Childcare Registration:
PLAY & LEARN (BABIES–PRE-K)
FIRST AT HOME (K–6TH GRADE)

AWANA Registration:
AWANA (AGE 2–6TH GRADE)

Life Recovery Group
2024-04-17 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | HFC 7th floor lobby
We all have struggles in life; struggles with addictions: alcohol, drugs, food, depression, anxiety, and relationships to name a few.
Life Recovery brings Christian recovery to you through groups that meet on campus at First Dallas.
Life Recovery Groups are gender-specific as there is more opportunity to share and it is easier to share in a gender-specific group. We are going through the Life Recovery Workbook as a step study. We have different groups for chemical addiction issues as well as for other life issues like relationship issues, co-dependency, etc.
To register and learn more about Life Recovery Groups, please fill out this form below.

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C&C | Guys & Girls Retreat
2024-04-19 15:00 - 2024-04-20 19:00 | Waco
Time for a getaway retreat! College students, join us for a fun weekend of fellowship at the Sedwick family ranch.
On April 19, college girls will stay inside the Sedwick Family Ranch, and college guys will be camping outside! Friday’s activities will start at 3pm. Food will be provided but transportation will not, so carpool with your friends!
Then April 20, everyone will spend the day playing games, four wheeling, sitting by the campfire, and all their other favorite ranch activities until 7pm. Take a break from the busyness of college and spend a weekend in community and grow closer to the Lord.
REGISTER HERE

Pastor's Prayer Partners | Women
2024-04-21 09:00, 2024-04-21 11:00, 2024-04-28 09:00
Women are invited to join us in prayer for our pastor and church as part of Pastor’s Prayer Partners–Women. We meet each Sunday at 11am and the first Sunday of every month at 9am in Worship Center Level 1 – Missions Room 107B.
If you are interested or looking for more information, please contact womensmin@firstdallas.org.

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Re|Engage
2024-04-21 09:15 | HFC703
REMEMBER THE DAY?
She’s in her flowing, white dress. He’s in his custom-fitted tux. The weather is pristine. The flowers are exquisite. The guests watch in awe.
It’s the PERFECT WEDDING of the PERFECT COUPLE!
They are the perfect couple. Is that even possible?
Regardless of what you believe about perfection, it’s something nearly all of us desire, especially in marriage! Almost all newly-married couples begin their lives together with gleaming and hopeful thoughts of perfection. They want more than just a good marriage. They want a PERFECT marriage!
But, when perfection fades, and it always does, the two hopeful souls who, years later, still proudly display their honeymoon photo above their mantle have made a decision. A decision to keep their marriage spark strong and vibrant. No, not perfect. But, better than the status quo. Better than average. Yet, better than average takes work.
Being ABOVE AVERAGE takes REAL work.
And it’s that REAL work that allows average marriages to become GOOD marriages and good marriages to become GREAT marriages!
That’s where Re-Engage comes in!
What is Re-Engage?
Re|Engage is a 12-week marriage enrichment course that brings couples together to learn about God’s design for marriage and apply biblical principles for building a healthy relationship.
The next semester of Re|Engage begins Sunday, February 4, at 9:15am in HFC703.
How does Re|Engage work?
Every week begins in a large group setting, where you will hear stories of hope from other couples whose marriages have been transformed. Re|Engage leaders will then share practical steps you can take to move your marriage to the next level.
Small Group
After meeting as a large group, participants will break off into smaller groups, with each group led by a facilitator couple. You and your small group will work through the 12-lesson curriculum and learn how to effectively communicate, resolve conflict, and grow closer to your spouse.
Our Re|Engage Leaders
Our Re|Engage facilitators are passionate about getting to know you, hearing your story, and leading you to a healthier marriage. They will be honest about their struggles while helping you see the challenges you may have in your marriage.
Experience community
Along with your Re|Engage Small Group Facilitators, you and your spouse will go through Re|Engage in a group with four to six other couples who, just like you, are seeking a better marriage.
In addition to meeting weekly, small groups will bond by sharing life experiences and supporting one another. God has designed marriage to be a supportive, loving, life-giving relationship that mirrors His unconditional love for us. Re|Engage will help you better understand that design and learn how to apply it to your marriage.
Who should attend?
Re|Engage is for one-man, one-woman couples of all ages who are married (in other words, this is not for seriously dating, engaged, or cohabitating couples). Previously married couples who are separated or divorced and are considering reconciliation are also encouraged to attend.
Re|Engage at First Baptist Dallas includes FREE opportunities for Play & Learn for children and is open to the community. You do not have to be a member or regular attendee of First Baptist Dallas to attend Re|Engage at First Baptist Dallas.
Are you ready to Re|Engage?
If Re|Engage is for you, please plan to join us beginning Sunday, February 4.
We look forward to meeting you!
REGISTER HERE

VBS Director Meeting
2024-04-21 12:15 | HFC 6 | Aud 1
Our VBS Director Meeting is Sunday, April 21 at 12:30pm in HFC 6, Auditorium 1. We will discuss important (and fun!) details for VBS, coming up July 15-19. Please RSVP to your Staff Coordinator.

Conferencia de Planificación de Patrimonio
2024-04-21 12:30 | Lovvorn Hall
El Ministerio de Planificación Financiera (Financial Planning Ministry) explica el concepto de la planificación patrimonial, guiándole a usted y a su familia a través de un proceso sencillo, permitiéndole diseñar un plan de legado que bendiga a su familia y honre a Dios. Todos están invitados a asistir a nuestro almuerzo gratuito y Conferencia de Planificación de Patrimonio el domingo 21 de Abril, 2024, a las 12:30pm en Lovvorn Hall. Le brindaremos la oportunidad de tomar decisiones, transmitir sus valores y sus objetos de valor y comenzar a planificar su futuro.
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Kids Worship Spring Musical
2024-04-21 16:00 | CenterStage
Watch as our Kids Worship team brings the story of Daniel to life at their spring musical, “Danny and the Shacks!” Join us in CenterStage on Sunday, April 21, at 4pm to support our kids and enjoy a fun and memorable production.

AWANA Verse-A-Thon
2024-04-24 18:30 | HFC 2 & 6
Our annual Awana Verse-A-Thon is Wednesday, April 24 at 6:30pm in HFC 2 & 6! Kids work hard to memorize as many Bible verses as they can and collect people to sponsor them for the number of verses they say. All funds raised will be given to our ministry partners in Belize. Last year, we raised $10,000—can we break the record this year? Either way, come support our kids at Awana Verse-A-Thon!

Women's Commissioning Service
2024-04-24 18:30 | Truett Chapel
First Baptist Dallas invites you to the Women’s Commissioning Service on Wednesday, April 24, at 6:30pm in Truett Chapel. We will commission a group of women to vocational ministry, recognizing and affirming God’s call on their lives. We will also pray, hear testimonies, and celebrate what God is doing in and through these godly women in our church! Reception to follow after service in Criswell Center Lobby.

Christian Survivors of Suicide Loss
2024-04-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Worship Center, 2nd floor, Family Room
This is an ongoing, year-round support group for those who have been affected by suicide, including family members, survivors themselves, and those struggling with thoughts of suicide. Losing a loved one to suicide can be life-altering. It is helpful to understand what you or your loved ones are experiencing. Learn about common emotions and challenges, the grief journey, and what can help.
Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 6:30-8pm Worship Center 2nd floor, Family Room.
Upcoming meetings:
Wednesday, 8/28 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 9/11 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 9/25 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 10/9 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 10/23 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 11/13 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 12/11 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 1/22/25 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 2/12/25 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 2/26/25 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 3/12/25 from 6:30–8pm
Wednesday, 3/26/25 from 6:30–8pm
REGISTER HERE

For more information contact Pathways Christian Counseling | 214.969.2456 | counseling@firstdallas.org

JH Hangout | Randomize Night
2024-04-26 18:00 | Student Center
Hey, Junior High! Join us for a fun night of chance-based games, Bingo, raffles, giveaways, and more at Randomize Night on Friday, April 26 at 6pm in the Student Center!

Students | JHH | Randomize Night

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HS Hangout | Fishing
2024-04-26 18:00 | Seven Points, Texas
High schoolers are gone fishin’ on Friday, April 26! We’ll head to Seven Points, Texas for a fun evening of fishing and fellowship.
REGISTER HERE

Strong & Courageous | Single Moms Game Night
2024-04-26 18:30 | HFC Level 7 Lobby
Enjoy a night of games and fellowship with other single moms! Drop off your kids for Play & Learn, then meet us on HFC Level 7!
REGISTER HERE
Play & Learn is provided for all children while parents attend worship, Bible Studies, PNO, and more. This support provides intentional and consistent biblical truth through play and developmentally appropriate activities.

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We invite all of our 5th & 6th graders to join Mrs. Ashley for a fun night of games, worship, dinner, and Preteen Bible Study!
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Marriage Matters Conference
2024-04-26 18:30
Marriage matters. So invest in your marriage!
It can be easy to let yourself grow complacent in your marriage, but a healthy, thriving, God-honoring marriage requires constant effort and investment from both spouses. That’s why we’re excited to announce our upcoming marriage conference on Friday, April 26 at 6:30pm! This event will provide practical tools and inspiration to strengthen your union, no matter how long you’ve been married. With guest speakers Steve and Debbie Wilson, you’ll gain insights into improving communication, managing conflict, keeping romance alive, meeting each other’s needs, and more. You’ll be reminded why you said “I do” in the first place and leave feeling encouraged and equipped to continue building an enduring, fulfilling marriage. The cost is just $20 per person, and all married couples are welcome. Marriage matters—let’s choose to invest in it!
Registration is by individual, not couple: each spouse should register separately.
REGISTER HERE
REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN FOR PLAY & LEARN HERE
Steve and Debbie Wilson

Steve and Debbie Wilson’s hearts beat for stronger, healthier marriages. In 1990, their marriage fell apart. With God’s intervention and promise, “that what He began, he will complete,” (Philippians 1:6), they worked their way back stronger than ever. After four years of working towards a great marriage, God called them to begin sharing what He had done in their lives and how He could help every marriage. Thus they began teaching marriage conferences around the nation.

Steve and Debbie have been married 45 years. Steve has his Master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling, and Debbie has her BA in Psychology. They have three grown children, two daughters-in-law, a son-in-law, and six incredible grandchildren.

First Dallas Golf Fellowship
2024-04-27 08:00 | Waterchase Golf Course, 8951 Creek Run Road, Fort Worth, TX, 76120
Join us for an incredible time of fellowship as we hit the course on Saturday, April 27, with tee-times starting at 8am. The goal of this event is for members of the church to get to know one another better. It’s also a great way to introduce your one life to a First Dallas event. If you are bringing a guest, you can request to play together on the same team. Foursomes will be assigned, and teams will play a tournament scramble best ball format.
Awards will be given for the first-place team. Then, after the round of golf, participants will enjoy a burger lunch together at the pavilion and each participant will receive a First Dallas hat.
Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: Tee-times begin at 8am
Cost: $65 per person
Course: Waterchase Golf Course
REGISTER HERE
