The Woodlands unit (K through 5th grade) of Troop VA-1709 will have a campfire outing to learn simple knots with a fire side lunch (roasting) on Saturday, February 28th. More boys are welcome to attend. Please contact the church office (434-352-2336) with questions.

Join the Sojourners (ages 45-65) for pizza and games on Saturday, February 28th starting at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Pizza and beverages will be provided. Please bring a snack to share. Register online by Sunday, February 22nd.

The Men’s Ministry will be having breakfast on Saturday, March 7th at 9:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. There is no charge for this event, but individuals planning to attend must register online or in the church office by February 28th. If you have any questions, please contact John Caldwell (434-660-0288).

Awana Super Saturday Bible quizzing and Awana games will take place on Saturday, March 7th at Heritage Baptist Church in Lynchburg. If you have questions, please contact Chris Bilton (434-352-5181).

During Awana, kids will race cars that they build in our annual pinewood derby race. Trophies will be given to the winners in speed and design across four different age categories. All kids 2 yrs-5th grade are invited.

Lace up your sneakers and assemble your dream team! Liberty Baptist Church invites the entire community to join our exciting 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Whether you're a seasoned player or just love the game, this is your chance to compete. It’s taking place on Saturday, March 14 from 9am – 3pm in the Ministry Center at Liberty Baptist Church.

Form a team of 3 players (ages 13+) and register to compete. We'll be playing fast-paced games on half courts, with each match running in 20-minute increments. The format is simple: win and advance — or go home! We'll play until the ultimate champion team is named.

Team registration is just $20 and guarantees your spot in the bracket. Don't wait — sign up today! Only 16 teams can compete. We'll keep you fueled throughout the day with complimentary food and drinks provided to all participating players. Bring your A-game to the court and be sure to invite your fans to cheer you on to victory!

The SBCV Kids Conference will be held on Saturday, March 14th at Northstar Church in Blacksburg. If you have questions or would like to attend, please contact Chris Bilton (434-352-5181).

Join the Weekenders (ages 25-45) for a fun-filled evening of laser tag, followed by dinner in Richmond on Saturday, March 21st. Please register online by March 15th. If you have questions, please contact Scott or Libbie Small (434-660-2499).

On Sunday, March 22^nd, we are challenging our Awana kids, leaders, and parents to recite as many verses as possible. This Verse-a-Thon will run from 4:00-8:00 pm - including during the Awana night.  Contact Chris Bilton, if you would like to listen to verses during the night, or sponsor one of our Verse-a-Thon participants!

On Tuesday, March 24th, young adults (ages 18-30) are invited to the McSweeneys' home for snacks and games. Bring a young adult friend who could use some connection with others. To sign up, text Chris McSweeney (301-938-3357).

The Woodlands unit (K through 5^th grade) of Troop VA-1709 will be hiking and having a scavenger hunt at Holiday Lake State Park. All boys in the Woodlands age group are welcome. Dads, come along and enjoy an outing with your son. Please contact the church office with questions (434-352-2336).

Bring the whole family to Liberty Field on Saturday, March 28th, from 12:30-3:00 pm for games, inflatables, and THOUSANDS of candy-filled eggs dropped from a helicopter!!  The activities will include multiple egg hunts for various age groups, bounce houses and slides, and a variety of high-energy games for kids AND parents!  We will also be giving away a bunch of great prizes at the end of the afternoon!  If you are interested in joining the Event Team, please call or text Chris Bilton (434-352-5181) to sign up!

The Goodyears will be going to see The Marvelous Wonderettes on Saturday, March 28th at 2:00 pm at the Liberty University Black Box Theatre. If you are interested in going, please sign up in the church office and pay the $14.00 fee. Tickets are limited so it’s first come, first served!

During our Awana game time on Sunday, March 29th, it's time to run, run, run, to collect even more candy-filled eggs! For 20 straight minutes, our Awana clubbers will run back and forth across the gym, to pick up eggs and return them to their bucket, while avoiding the flying snowballs! All kids age 2-years through 5th grade are invited, for a night of Bible study, Scripture memory, and Easter Egg Running!

Join us at 7:00 pm on Good Friday, April 3rd, in the Ministry Center for a very special time of prayer, remembrance, and reflection through music, prayer, the Word, and the Lord’s Supper. Distinct music and media will allow those in attendance to ponder the implications of the Cross and thank the Lord for His incredible sacrifice.

NUEVA VISIÓN (Liberty Baptist Church's Hispanic Ministry) will be preaching on the importance of Jesus' resurrection. This is an opportunity to invite Hispanic friends and acquaintances in Appomattox and surrounding areas to worship Jesus and hear the Gospel message. Join us in the Fellowship Hall starting at 9:00 am on Easter Sunday, April 5th.

Join us Easter Sunday, April 5th as our LBC Worship Choir and special instrumentalists lead us in a glorious celebration of our resurrected Lord! Song, scripture, and the Word will come together in a way which encourages us to rejoice in Jesus’ victory over sin, death, and the grave with abandon.

On Sunday, April 5^th (Easter Sunday), young adults (ages 18-30) are invited to the McSweeneys' home at 1:00 pm for a casual meal and Easter-themed fun, including our fifth annual egg hunt. If you know of any college students or other young adults without family to share Easter with, please let them know that they are welcome to come join us! For more information and to sign up, text Chris McSweeney (301-938-3357).

The Adventures unit (9^th through 12^th grade) of Troop VA-1709 will be learning a great skill in the shooting sports orientation at Base Camp. This course is an introduction to the many adventure shooting sports experiences. All boys of this age group are welcome to come. Dads, you can jump in on the fun as well. We are also needing NRA Instructors for future sport shooting events. Please Contact Kirk Corders (706-983-1161) if you want to join in this fun activity.

A New Members Class is scheduled for Saturday, April 11th starting at 9:00 am in rooms 206/207 for anyone who is interested in becoming a member of Liberty Baptist Church. This class will be a time to ask questions, as well as familiarize yourself with the Church Structure, Communication Chart, By-Laws, Baptist Faith, etc. For anyone interested in attending this class, please register on the church website or call the office (434-352-2336) by Wednesday, April 1st.

Join us Sunday, April 12th at 7:00 pm in the Ministry Center as KidSing presents A Not So Terrible Parable. It was a dark & stormy night… a man lay injured by the side of the road. Two travelers passed him by. Mysteriously, he is delivered to the doorstep of the quaint Mountain Vista Inn, where the startled guests, the butler and the maid (of course!), and the famous detective must use their wits to sleuth out every clue to get to the bottom of this mystifying whodunit. Mystery, candlelight, organ music, and strange pizza toppings all await as we join host Alistair McAlister in this Master’s Peace Theater re-creation of the parable that Jesus told about the Good Samaritan, A Not So Terrible Parable.

The American Red Cross Blood Mobile will be in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, April 20th from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. If you would like to schedule a time to donate, please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

Strike up some fun at our Youth Group Bowling Night on Friday, April 24th at AMF in Lynchburg! Bring your friends and get ready for an evening of laughs, friendly competition, and great community both on and off the lanes. Whether you’re a pro or rolling gutter balls, it’s going to be a night you won’t want to miss! Cost is $15 per student. Please register online.

Join the Sojourners (ages 45-65) for a trip to the D-Day Memorial on Saturday, April 25th. Meet at the Parsonage parking lot at 9:00 am to carpool. The cost is $10 per person. Please register and pay online by Sunday, April 19th.

On Saturday, April 25th, at 11:00 am, the Golden Girls (widows) plan to travel to Farmville for an afternoon of bowling, followed by lunch at Macado’s. If you are interested in joining in on this time of fun and fellowship, please register online or by calling the church office (434-352-2336).

The Goodyears will be going to see Funny Girl on Saturday, April 25th at 2:00 pm at the Liberty University Tower Theatre. If you are interested in going, please sign up in the church office and pay the $14.00 fee. Tickets are limited so it’s first come, first served!

There will be a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, April 26^th at 4:00 pm in the Sanctuary.  The Financial Report will be given, as well as reports from the Elders, Stewardship Committee, etc. This meeting is to inform the church about matters of church business, along with giving an opportunity to submit approval/disapproval cards on subjects that require congregational approval.

The Woodlands unit (K through 5^th grade) of Troop VA-1709 not only learn their way through God’s Word, but they also learn their way through the mountains and woods by learning orienteering. This event will be an introduction to orienteering. The location will be at the LBC Green Space. All boys of the Woodlands age group are welcome. Dads, come along and enjoy an outing with your son. Contact the church office with questions (434-352-2336).

On Tuesday, April 28^th, young adults (ages 18-30) are invited to the McSweeneys' home for snacks and games. Bring a young adult friend who could use some connection with others. To sign up, text Chris McSweeney (301-938-3357).

On Sunday, May 3rd at 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary, our Awana year will conclude with a celebration of the thousands of Scripture verses memorized by over 100 kids. Following the awards will be the Awana Carnival at 6:00 pm in the Ministry Center. Participating kids and their families will enjoy games, prizes, and bounce houses.

On Saturday, May 9th starting at 8:30 am, LBC Kids will be handing out cookies and drinks, and inviting families to register for VBS, at the soccer fields at the Appomattox Community Park! If you would like to bake cookies, or help us pass them out, please contact Chris Bilton (434-352-5181) for more information!

NUEVA VISIÓN (Liberty Baptist Church's Hispanic Ministry) will be celebrating Mother’s Day with a brunch on Sunday, May 10th starting at 9:00 am in the church Fellowship Hall. This is an opportunity to invite Hispanic employees, friends, and acquaintances from the Appomattox community and surrounding areas.

Parent/Child dedications will be part of our Mother’s Day Service on Sunday, May 10th. If you are planning to be part of this service or if you have questions, please contact the church office (434-352-2336). The deadline for signing up is Wednesday, April 22nd.

On Sunday, May 17th we will be recognizing all the 2026 graduates of both high school and college. To do this, we need each graduate to submit a graduate information sheet, along with a baby picture and senior picture. All information needs to be submitted to the church office by Wednesday, May 6th. If you have any questions, please contact the church office or DJ Guthinger (757-660-5086). Please be sure to join us to salute all our graduates.

Join the youth Worship Arts Collective (WAC) on Sunday, May 17^th at 7pm in the Ministry Center for an uplifting evening of creativity and inspiration at our first ever WAC Variety Show! Enjoy dessert and coffee as our talented youth share their hearts through music, drama, small ensembles, and powerful choir pieces. This special night is designed to encourage the whole family, celebrate the gifts of our teens, and reflect the joy and hope found in worship and the arts. Whether you come to relax, be entertained, or be inspired, you’ll leave with a full heart. We can’t wait to welcome you to this meaningful community event led by the youth of our church and community!

On Wednesday, May 20th at noon in the Fellowship Hall, the Goodyears are planning their monthly meeting. A covered dish meal will be provided. Please be sure to monitor the Proclaimer for final details and sign-up information.

The Woodlands unit (K through 5th grade) of Troop VA-1709 will be tying a line and dipping a worm in a pond looking for the “Big One” to strike. As they are looking to catch a lot of fish and maybe one day be Fisher of Men for God. All boys of the Woodlands age group are welcome. Dads, come along and enjoy an outing with your son. Please contact the church office with questions (434-352-2336).

On Friday, May 29th, young adults (ages 18-30) are invited for a fun night out in town. For more info, text John McSweeney (301-717-2797).

The Navigators unit (6th through 8th grade) of Troop VA-1709 will take on a somewhat easy hike on the Blue Ridge Trail. We may even decide to do a little more for fun. Lunch provided. Backpacks with rocks are required, as well as water and spare socks. All boys of this age group are welcome to come. Dads, you can jump in as well, but make sure you pack rocks. Please contact Tim Webb (434-841-0114) if you want to join in this fun activity.

On Saturday, May 30^th, join us as we kick off Summer with a family fun day at the Buschman’s home. Fun games and lots of fellowship are expected. Invite your friends and bring your family, you don’t want to miss it! Food will be pot-luck style, so bring your favorite dish to share!