Group Connect
Looking to find your people? Join us for Group Connect TODAY, with tables set up throughout the Atrium to help you meet leaders, explore group options, and take your next step into community. Whether you’re interested in men’s and women’s groups, young adults, young professionals, or something else, we’ll help you find the right fit. We can’t wait to help you get connected!
Building Momentum: 40 Days of Seeking God Together
Our churchwide journey of Scripture and prayer is helping us stay centered on Christ and aligned with His mission as part of our 2026 Momentum theme. You can follow along using the PDF guide or by subscribing to receive the daily prayer prompts online—it’s not too late to join us as we continue building momentum together in prayer.
Snowball Girls Retreat
Join us for Snowball Girls Retreat—a weekend retreat for 6th–12th grade girls at Camp Widjiwagan, January 31–February 1. This unforgettable weekend will include worship, small groups, Bible teaching, and more—all designed to help students grow closer to Christ and each other. Don’t miss this chance to connect, recharge, and make lasting memories!
Anvil Guys Retreat
Middle and high school boys—grab your dad (or a mentor) and join us for the Anvil Guys Retreat at Camp Widjiwagan, February 21–22. This 24-hour getaway is designed to strengthen faith, build community, and create unforgettable memories. We’ll dig deep into God’s Word through worship, small groups, and intentional time together, while also enjoying plenty of friendly competition and outdoor fun. Don’t miss this powerful weekend of connection and growth.
Discover Classes
Join us on Wednesdays, January 21 and 28, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center for Discover Us and Discover You. Over two sessions, you’ll learn about Brentwood Baptist’s mission, vision, and beliefs—and explore how God has uniquely gifted you to serve within the church family.
Moms Bible Study
Join us beginning Wednesday, February 4, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. as moms gather in Room 2103 for a weekly study of From Beginning to Forever by Elizabeth Woodson. This is a great opportunity to grow in God’s Word and connect with other moms in a supportive community. Childcare is provided with RSVP.
Support Groups at Brentwood Baptist
Life can bring seasons of loss, struggle, and healing—and you don’t have to walk through them alone. Brentwood Baptist offers a variety of Christ-centered support groups designed to provide care, including GriefShare, Trauma Reboot, Healing Strong, Alzheimer’s Support, and Journey to Freedom.
Mom’s Coffee | Foster & Adoption Ministry
Join us on Wednesday, January 21, for Mom’s Coffee—a monthly gathering designed specifically for foster moms, adoptive moms, and anyone supporting vulnerable kids. We’ll meet at 9:00 a.m. in the Café for coffee and a treat, then move to the Welcome Center from 9:15–11:00 a.m. for connection, encouragement, and a guest speaker. Childcare is available to make it easier for you to join us—register at brentwood.church/childcare. Mark your calendar—we can’t wait to see you there!
Embrace Special Needs Ministry Preschool/Kids Respite
Join us on Saturday, January 24, from 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. for a special morning designed to support families impacted by disability. Children ages 3 years through 5th grade—including siblings in that age range—will enjoy a safe and engaging environment while parents and caregivers receive a refreshing break. First-time attendees will need to attend an intake meeting, and all families are required to RSVP. Confirmation of your spot will be sent on the Monday before the event. Interested in volunteering? Sign up to volunteer here.
New & Expectant Parent Class
Are you a new or soon-to-be parent? Join us on Wednesday, January 28, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in Room 1127 (Preschool Area) to learn how to nurture your child’s faith from day one. Together with our preschool ministers and other new parents, you’ll explore Gospel-centered parenting through our church’s 5G discipleship framework—Gospel Conversations, Groups, Gather, Give, and Go.
Foster & Adoption Ministry: Single Mom’s Valentine Dinner
Join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center for a special evening created just for single moms in the foster and adoption community. This free Valentine’s dinner is our way of honoring you—your strength, faithfulness, and the love you pour out every day. Enjoy a delicious meal, meaningful connection, and a night where you can simply be celebrated. Dinner is provided, and Preschool and Kids programming is available.
Reflect: An Event for 5th Graders
Join us on Saturday, February 21, from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. in the Kids Area for Reflect—a special event designed to help 5th graders understand their identity in Christ and how to reflect Him in all they do. Students will enjoy intentional discipleship, gender-specific rotations, games, and lunch together. Cost is $15.
Mommy & Me
Moms and preschoolers are invited to Mommy & Me, a 9-week gathering designed for connection and encouragement. Join us on Fridays from January 30–March 27, from 9:30–10:00 a.m. in Preschool Room 1127, as moms with children ages 3 months–4 years enjoy meaningful time together. This class is free, but registration is required.
Week of January 18, 2026 | Steve and Joy | Reaching Koreans
Steve and Joy serve at the University of the Nations in Kona, Hawaii, training and sending young adults to plant the gospel in Korea and around the world. They lead a flagship Korean/English school with a team of 50 volunteer staff, equipping hundreds of students each year, and also serve in their local church’s youth ministry. Pray for their family’s unity, for wisdom as they teach and disciple emerging leaders, and for their ministries—Rising and KoKo—to continue forming young people in Christ.
Sermon Notes | Living as Chosen Exiles: Beginning Our Journey Through 1 Peter
1 Peter was written for believers learning how to live faithfully when life feels unfamiliar and costly. In this kickoff episode, Jay Strother and Brian Ball unpack what it means to be “chosen exiles”—secure in Christ, honest about suffering, and anchored by a living hope that holds.
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