Bless Week
BLESS WEEK 2025 | June 1-8
Mark your calendar for First Baptist Plano's home missions week, Bless Week, from June 1 through June 8! Join us as we engage and serve our community together. You won't want to miss this meaningful opportunity for the whole church family!
The Bless Week sign-up is below - we can't wait to serve our community alongside you!
- Please wear a BLESS t-shirt to all Bless Week Events. This is used as a form of volunteer identification for many of the places in the community where FBP will be serving this year.
- Post Bless Week pictures on social media using and tag @FBCPlano.
BLESS WEEK: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
It is going to be an amazing week of community engagement! If you would like to sign up, please reach out to Kristie Hampton at
If you signed up at the Bless Week table located in the Commons, there is no need to sign up again.
SPECIAL PROJECTS - DONATE TO HELP
Agape Resource & Assistance Center
First Baptist Plano is collecting WALMART gift cards valued at $10-$25.
(*Agape requested small denominations.)
Please bring gift cards to the church office by Thursday, June 5.
The Agape Resource & Assistance Center in East Plano, TX helps women, moms, and their children facing situational homelessness. With the help of caseworkers and counselors, women and children typically stay with Agape from 6 months to a year, during which they gain the skills, strength, and stability for self-sufficiency.
Real Options Baby Shower
First Baptist Plano is collecting baby items and gift cards from the registry link below to donate to expecting parents through Real Options.
**There are big-ticket items on the list that will be purchased by the church.**
Please bring items purchased independently to the church office on Wednesday, June 4, at 9 a.m.
For the Nations AND Medical City Plano Oncology
First Baptist Plano is collecting snack items (full list below) to be donated to either For the Nations or Medical City Plano Oncology.
For the Nations: These snack items will be donated to refugee children during the summer program
Medical City Plano Oncology: Snack items will be delivered to the waiting areas in Medical City Plano Oncology, and can be used by patients and caretakers alike.
Please bring items purchased independently to the church office on Wednesday, June 4.
Items to bring: Goldfish, Veggie Straws, Famous Amos, Cheez-Its, Motts Fruit Snacks, Rice Krispy treats, Nutrigrain bars, Chewy bars, Peanut butter crackers, Skinny Pop (popcorn), Pop Tarts, any kind of granola or protein bar that will last a long time.
**ALL ITEMS MUST BE IN UNOPENED BOXES**
BLESS WEEK: EVENTS
Ice Cream Social
When: Sunday, June 1, following the Bless Week Kick-off Service at 6 p.m.
Where: First Baptist Plano
What's Happening:
Following the Bless Week Kick-off Service, there will be a time for fellowship, fun, and ICE CREAM, as we gather together to celebrate the start of Bless Week. Bring the whole family - and some friends - to join in with us!
Senior Adult Open House
When: Monday, June 2, 1 p.m.
Where: The Orchards - 3640 Mapleshade Lane, Plano, TX 75075
What's Happening:
Let's come together as a church family to engage meaningfully with our senior neighbors at The Orchards! There will be a time of music, with a devotion led by Pastor Craig to follow. Afterwards, there will be a tour of the FBC Plano campus!
College Ministry Event: Pizza Pac-Man
When: Monday, June 2
Where: UTD Campus
What's Happening:
This year, during Bless Week, FBP College Ministry will be hosting Pizza Pac-Man on the campus of UTD as an outreach to students there! This event will also serve as the official kick-off and invite to the summer session of Refuge at FBC Plano. You won't want to miss seeing what this event is all about - and it's a great way to reach students who will be studying during the summer!
Teddy Bear Tuesday
When: Tuesday, June 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: First Baptist Plano, in partnership with Lionheart Children's Academy
What's Happening:
We're teaming up with Lionheart Children's Academy to collect new bears or stuffed animals for the Children's Advocacy Center. This special event aims to engage children in a meaningful service project during Bless Week. Snacks will be included
This isn't just for kids and families with young children—it's for everyone in our church family! We want to set an example of giving and service for our youngest members.
Student Event: NERFIES
When: Wednesday, June 4
Where: Nerfies - 3045 W 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075
What's Happening:
Each year during Bless Week, the Student Ministry hosts a special outreach event for students that's a lot of fun and a great way to connect with the FBP Students community.
This is for all students who have completed 6th - 12th grades.
This year, we are meeting at Nerfies to participate in fast-paced Nerf blaster fun under the blacklights in a, sci-fi themed arena!
This event is totally free! You will need to complete the waiver (link below) before the event.
Night at the Park: Family Picnic
When: Thursday, June 5, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Bob Woodruff Park, North Pavilion - 2601 San Gabriel Drive, Plano
What's Happening:
IT'S FAMILY PICNIC TIME WITH FIRST BAPTIST PLANO!
Join us on June 5 from 6-8 PM at Bob Woodruff Park for "Night at the Park: Family Picnic!" We'll be serving up a delicious BBQ supper while you enjoy games, laughter, and quality time with friends and family.
This event is open to all, so invite your friends and neighbors. If you're new to FBP or have been visiting, this is the perfect event to join us and make new friends and connections within the FBP family. Don't miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your ties with our community.
Please RSVP now using the link (COMING SOON)
(It is very important to have an accurate count for the picnic, so the team knows how much BBQ to prepare.)