Members & Attendees
Please pray for these specific concerns in the lives of FBCM's congregation.
- Jane Patton - Jane fell in her home late September. We celebrate that she did not experience any injuries. She is recovering and doing some rehab at Morrison Woods. Pray that she gets stronger and can return home soon. (Nov 19th)
- David and Joyce Cross - David has been living in the memory care unit Envive of Muncie. Joyce will be joining Dave at Envive this week, as her permanent residence. Their daughter Michelle, and husband Scott, are helping Joyce make this transition. Please pray that Joyce's move will be a smooth transition for all of them. (Nov 11) *Michelle thanks the FBC family for all the care and prayers over the past 18 months*
- Bob Hartley- is at home. His memory is improving and physically he is able to move around the house better, although he is not able to get out much. Please continue to pray for both Bob and his wife, Vicki, as they navigate Bob's care. (Oct 14th)
Family & Friends
Please pray for the specific requests that weigh heavily on the hearts and minds of our church members. If you encounter any outdated information or would like to offer your support to these individuals, please contact Member Care.
- Chris Kenngott (daughter-in-law of Joe and Gayle Songer) passed away. Please keep their family in your prayers during this time. (Nov 24th)
- Phil Sanew (nephew of Jim and Irene Hiatt)- recently diagnosed with throat cancer. He will be having surgery on November 25th in Chicago. (Nov 19th)
- Dorica Young-Watson (friend of Molly Flodder and past keynote speaker at the FBCM Women's Conference)- is slowly improving after her May surgery to remove her malignant leg bone and put in an internal prosthesis. She is back to work and doing therapy to help her shed her wheelchair and walker. At this point, doctors say she is cancer free and all are praising God for that! (Oct 8th)
- DeAnna Conley, wife of Ray Conley, continues with cancer treatments every few months. She is doing well and appreciates the supportive prayers. (Oct 5th)
- Ella Saylor (niece of James and Michelle Heimlich) has been missing since February 3, 2024. Please continue to pray for Ella to be found safe and for her family.
Delaware County
Pray for our sister organizations who are serving across Delaware County.
- Christian Ministries - Pray that God provides for their financial needs at their annual "Hands Up Gala" on Oct. 2.
- Muncie Mission
- Open Door
- Salvation Army
- Second Harvest
- Soup Kitchen of Muncie
- Youth for Christ (YFC) - As FBCM continues to partner with FBCM for youth ministry, there are two major ways our church has been asked to pray in October:
- Pray for doors to open with Muncie Community Schools' administrative board. - Muncie Central has invited FBCM/YFC volunteers to come into the schools to mentor students and provide academic coaching. However, the school board now needs to give its approval. Hope Leheman, YFC Executive Director, will be meeting with them in October.
- Pray that God provides to meet a $50,000 budget deficit in YFC. - Due to grant and non-profit funding cutbacks, YFC lost multiple major revenue streams this year. Several staff members are no longer fully funded. While this deficit will not impact FBCM's work with YFC at Muncie Central, we hope that the financial needs will be met so that their valuable work can continue at the middle schools and YOC.
- YWCA
Pray for our service personnel who are serving in our military.
- Nick Castiller - Navy; Washington D.C.
- Lara Soto (Cora Shonk’s daughter) - Marines; serving 6 months in New Orleans
- Emma Snell (Gayle & Joe Songer's grandaughter) - Army; serving in Alaska.
- Scott Schuman (Ella Mae Lemen's nephew) - National Guard
Global Servants
Pray for FBCM's partners who are serving globally.
- Carlos Bonilla & Myra Giovanetti - have returned to serve in Ibero-America. Visit their website & blog to stay informed about the ministry God is doing through them and how you can partner with them in prayer.
- Dan and Brittany Barr - Philippines
- Sally Barrett Gates - England, Greater Europe Missions
- Adam Stout - Campus Life - Youth For Christ Muncie
- Eric Knodel - Athletes in Action at Ball State
- Matt and Meredith Snell - Cadence International
- Heather Davis - World Relief Chicagoland
Church Leaders
Pray for wisdom and direction for our church leaders and staff.
Pastoral Team
- Co-Pastors: Jonathan Balmer & Kendall Ellis
Church Coordination Team
- Moderator: Emily Anderson, and her husband Coby
- Treasurer: Sandi Brzak, and her husband Ed
- Clerk: Janis Wright, and her husband Chris
- Outreach: Dana Davis, and her husband Duane
- Worship: Molly Flodder, and her husband Mark
- Member Care: Deena Green, and her husband Brian
- Adult: Cheryl Flaherty, and her husband Richard
- Youth: Loraine Garrett
- Children: Jennifer Durke, her husband Michael
- Property: Joe Songer, and his wife Gayle
- At-Large: Ed Brzak, and his wife Sandi
Members of the Diaconate
- Brian Green, Deacon Chair
- Emily Anderson
- Irene Hiatt
- Jane Patton
- Larry Bradburn
- Larry Fouch
- Nina Oisten
Discipleship Group Leaders
- Jim Butler (Intergenerational Sunday School)
- Jane Patton (Patton Life Group)
- Julie Davis (Davis-Green Life Group)
- Jonathan Balmer (Friendship Sunday School)
- Molly Flodder & Joe Songer (Snowbirds Life Group)
- Please pray that God will call the right people to lead the Children's and Youth Sunday School classes. (Pastors Jonathan and Kendall need support in these areas.)