First Baptist Church is dedicated to removing any barriers that would limit the accessibility of our services and ministries. This includes the communication barriers faced by deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.

We have two goals for assisting our deaf and hard-of-hearing members. Our first goal is to provide accessibility in all worship services and Bible studies. We offer sign language interpretation and electronic hearing assistance devices at all services. Our second goal is to provide meaningful opportunities for fellowship among both hearing and non-hearing believers. To improve communication and fellowship, we are offering a sign language class as a Sunday school option for any interested adult.

When you attend First Baptist Church, you will notice that our pastor and teachers take care to provide written class outlines and notes for everyone participating in a Sunday school or Bible study class. In addition, we often utilize visual technologies such as Powerpoint presentations and overhead slides to benefit hearing and non-hearing members alike.

20th Annual Deaf Retreat
March 1-3, 2012

Dr. Ted Camp helped to encourage the first Deaf Retreat some years ago. At the time, it was a ladies' retreat but it has grown to include both men and women. Since that time the retreat has been hosted by many other churches. First Baptist Church has the honor of hosting the 20th annual Deaf Retreat, and it is our first time hosting the retreat. Our deaf class, Pastor Dunford, and the church family are excited to be the hosts. We will have a lot of fun things for everyone to do and learn some new things to improve your life and ministry. We will also be having a Creation seminar on Friday afternoon.

For more information, please download the brochure below. You may also email Frank Rasmussen or call our church office at 262.334.9211.

Click here to download the 2012 Deaf Retreat brochure.
Click here to download the 2012 Deaf Retreat poster.