The Rockwood First Baptist Church Bible Release Time Ministry aims to offer parents and children an opportunity to receive biblical instruction in a legal way during school hours. A 1952 Supreme Court case (Zorach v. Clauson, 1952) determined that children could be released from school to receive religious instruction as long as the program abides by three standard guidelines. First, the child must have written permission from parents approving the child’s participation. Second, the instruction must take place off school grounds. Third, no governmental funds can be used to financially support the instruction. When these three criteria are satisfied, children can be released to receive biblical instruction throughout the school year. In the effort to help children pursue the brightest futures possible, we believe this foundational instruction in the Bible is critically important. If you would like more information about our BRT Ministry, contact Pastor Joe Storey during the week through our church office.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Rockwood First Baptist Church Bible Release Time Ministry aims to offer parents and children an opportunity to receive biblical instruction in a legal way during school hours.
Join us on Sunday, December 8th for our Christmas Church Family Movie Night. We will be showing the Christmas movie "Holy Night". Activities begin at 5:00 PM. Bring the whole family out for a night of fun and fellowship.
The Rockwood Community Christmas Parade will be Monday, December 9 at 7:00 p.m. We will be serving hot chocolate to the community during the parade. More details are coming soon!
Pastor Drew and a dedicated team will be traveling to Nicaragua to distribute food to families and special Christmas gifts to children in need.
The Rvolution Student Ministry annual winter retreat is a time of spiritual growth and reflection with a little fun sprinkled all over. This retreat is for those who want to go deeper in their relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and who are more than just attenders, but are active in leading the student ministry. Please pray for this group as they take this time to develop their spiritual lives.
Join our church family on Christmas Eve for a time of worship and reflection as we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ.