NEW Hope Chest Drop Off Location... Hope Chest has officially started using their new drop off area. Please put all donated items inside, at the end of the Hope Chest area. There are signs posted to give direction. Donations are no longer being accepted on the front porch area, so please do not leave any items there.
Beacon Kids Volunteers... We are looking for some folks who are excited to spend time with the youngest members of our church family! If you are interested in serving with Beacon Kids, please head to beaconefc.org/kidsvolunteer and let us know!
Thanksgiving Outreach... Our annual community Thanksgiving Basket Distribution and Soup Dinner is coming up! We need volunteers for the following activities:
1. On Fri., Nov. 21 to help with school pick-ups, sorting & shopping.
2. On Sun. Nov. 23 after 2nd service to pack boxes in the sanctuary.
3. On Sun. Nov. 23 from 3:45 - 6:00 to help with the distribution of boxes @ Beacon.
4. On Sun. Nov. 23 from 3:45 - 6:00 Parking lot attendants to help direct cars & people.
We need frozen turkeys! Whenever possible, please bring turkey the day of distribution, Nov. 23 and drop it in the truck parked in our lot by the circle or drop it off at the church office at your convenience.
1. On Fri., Nov. 21 to help with school pick-ups, sorting & shopping.
2. On Sun. Nov. 23 after 2nd service to pack boxes in the sanctuary.
3. On Sun. Nov. 23 from 3:45 - 6:00 to help with the distribution of boxes @ Beacon.
4. On Sun. Nov. 23 from 3:45 - 6:00 Parking lot attendants to help direct cars & people.
We need frozen turkeys! Whenever possible, please bring turkey the day of distribution, Nov. 23 and drop it in the truck parked in our lot by the circle or drop it off at the church office at your convenience.
Newcomers Reception... Have you been visiting Beacon recently? We'd love to have you join some of our Pastors, Staff, and Elders at a reception on Sunday, November 2, directly following both services (10:00 AM & 11:30 AM). Light refreshments will be served. Please sign up at www.beaconefc.org/newcomers to let us know you plan to attend.
The Vine... Join us on November 3 at 7:00 PM for The Vine. The Vine is a gathering for women of all ages. Come enjoy a time of fellowship and encouragement in the Word.
Fall Family Fun Night... Join us on November 9 from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM for games, a bonfire, an apple bar, and more (please bring a dessert to share)!! This is a great opportunity for families with younger kids or those planning to have kids to enjoy some fun fellowship with one another! If you are planning to attend, please let us know HERE.
Vintage (65+) Friendsgiving Soup Luncheon... Thursday, Nov 13 at 11:30 AM: Join us for some homemade soup -- along with good fellowship, spiritual encouragement and fun. If you can, bring a dessert that represents your heritage. Please register by Nov 10 by clicking HERE or at the church Welcome Desk.
GriefShare Surviving the Holidays... Join us for an in-person one time event, "Surviving the Holidays", on Sunday, November 16th from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM. We will gather in the Coffee House for support and practical tips for facing holiday challenges after loss. The cost for this event is free. Refreshments and lite fare will be served. For more information Contact Ron Delcorso at (609) 432-8527 or Lori Mancinelli at (609) 457-7549. Register for this event HERE.
Real Magnolia's Celebration of 2025 Vision & Potluck Fellowship... Join us on November 17 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM as we celebrate the working of the Lord in our lives this year. All are welcome even if you did not do a book in January of 2025. Come and see what to expect for your 2026 Vision! If you're planning to join us, please sign up near the Welcome Center.
DivorceCare/Separation Group Surviving the Holidays & FriendsGiving Dinner... Join us on November 22, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Coffee House as we enjoy a time of food and fellowship and talk about how to manage the holiday season. If you're interested in joining us, pleas sign up at Divorcecare.org.
Women's Christmas Dinner... Mark your calendars to join us on December 1 at the Smithville Inn for our annual Women's Christmas Dinner. Sign ups will begin the first week of November and the cost is $55.00 per person.
Hope Chest Donation Needs... We are in need of canned sweet potatoes/yams, large turkey tins & stove top stuffing for our upcomingThanksgiving drive. We're also collecting turkeys! We need 200 this year. Thank you!
Young Adults Gatherings... Did you know that Beacon Young Adults gather every 1st and 3rd Friday at 7 PM at the home of Lance and Megan Chambeau? Spread the word. For more info, call or text Lance at (732) 678-3377.