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LATEST NEWS //

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OUTLOOK Monthly Newsletter March 2026 Issue
OUTLOOK Monthly Newsletter March 2026 Issue

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FBCD Important Dates in March
FBCD Important Dates in March
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Beth’s Books - March
Beth’s Books - March

Each month, Beth Withers, one of our library volunteers, shares the newest books that have been added to our church library this past month.

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Coming Soon! CBF Georgia Senior Adult Retreat
Coming Soon! CBF Georgia Senior Adult Retreat

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Decatur Easter Egg Hunt
Mar 28
Decatur Easter Egg Hunt

Mark your calendars! This year’s Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, March 28 from 10:00-11:30 am! We’ll have egg hunts for three age groups, a popup market of booths and vendors, and a special appearance by the one and only Easter Bunny! If you’re interested in volunteering with this event, please reach out to Shelley Woodruff: swoodruff@fbcdecatur.com. Thanks so much for your help!

Palm Sunday - One Worship and Baptism
Mar 29
Palm Sunday - One Worship and Baptism

On Sunday, March 29TH, we will celebrate Palm Sunday in a special way! We will first have breakfast in Carreker Hall at 9AM followed by Sunday School at 10AM. Then, we will have a combined worship service at 11:15AM in the Sanctuary which will include the celebration of two baptisms for members of our community. We hope to see you there!

FBCD Youth Night
Mar 29
FBCD Youth Night

Join us in the Activities Center from 6:00-8:00 pm on Sunday, March 29th for dinner, Bible study, an open gym, games, and a study space. Friends are welcome, too! Reach out to Zach Mason (zmason@fbcdecatur.com) with questions, and we’ll see you there!

Justice & Advocacy Prayer Night
Apr 16
Justice & Advocacy Prayer Night

As we have done in previous gatherings, we will spend time lifting up prayer concerns for our community and our world. If you plan on attending, please register with either Zach Mason or Sarah Lewis.

The Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir Spring Concert
Apr 26
The Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir Spring Concert

The Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir proudly presents their 17th Annual Spring Concert on the theme of compassion, inclusivity and friendship, Sunday, April 26th at 4:00 pm (Doors open at 3:30 pm for general seating). Admission is FREE. Popsicle reception on the front lawn following the concert. For more information about the Decatur Avondale Children’s Choir, visit decaturavondalechildrenschoir.com

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$8 WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS //

March 25th

Pork Loin

White Rice

Normandy Vegetables

Toss Salad

Yeast Roll

Dessert of the Week

April 1st

Chicken Fried Chicken

Potato Salad

Normandy Vegetables

Salad Bar

Biscuits

Dessert of the Week

April 8th

Teriyaki Chicken

Yellow Saffron Rice

Asian Vegetables

Salad Bar

Yeast Roll

Dessert of the Week

April 15th

Salisbury Steak

Mashed Potatoes

Field Peas

Toss Salad

Yeast Roll

Dessert of the Week

April 22nd

Poppy Seed Chicken

White Rice

Green Beans

Toss Salad

Yeast Rolls

Dessert of the Week

April 29th

Pasta Bar

Salad Bar

Texas Toast

Dessert of the Week