News/Updates
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If you are joining us for the Wednesday Fellowship Meal at 5:00 p.m., please make your reservation below by Monday at 12:00 p.m. Family Affair will cater the meal. The cost for adults is $6 and for children 12 and under is $3, with a family max of $30.
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Auditions for “Christmas in Juneberry”
Auditions are September 28 & 29 for this year’s Christmas play — a parody of the Andy Griffith Show. All ages and experience levels welcome!
Trustee Board Nominations
Nominations are open for our Church Board of Trustees. If you’d like to nominate someone to serve, submissions are accepted through August 16.
Forks Table: August 2026
Your group questions for August 2026.
4|12 Pool Party
4|12 is closing out the summer with a pool party! If you’re 18-29, RSVP for the address and come hang out with us on Friday, August 7 at 7 PM.
Divorce Recovery Workshop
Registration is open for this fall’s Divorce Recovery Workshop, starting September 10. Free and open to anyone in the community, no membership required.
Discover Forks
New or not-so-new member, or just a curious visitor? Join us for the Discover Forks Luncheon — lunch, a building tour, and a chance to meet our staff and ministry leaders.
GriefShare — Fall 2026
Free fall GriefShare group starts Monday, August 24 — for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. No membership required.
Bible Study Fellowship — Men’s Study
A new men’s Bible Study Fellowship group is starting this fall at Forks, a 30-week study in Romans open to men of any denomination.
Lead a Children’s Small Group
Help lead a small group for Preschool through 5th grade kids on Wednesday nights. Short-term commitment, all materials provided, no experience required.
Ark Encounter – CAIN Concert
Students in 6th–12th grade, join us for a day trip to the Ark Encounter featuring a live CAIN concert. Saturday, August 29 | $30
Live Out Loud Year 4
FREE event for High School & Middle School students — Sunday, August 16, 5–8 PM. Worship, food trucks, inflatables, and prizes. Pre-register today.
Blanket Blessings
Join us for Blanket Blessings — a morning of cutting, tying, and assembling fleece blankets for children in the GAP program.
Drums Alive for Parkinson’s — Free Weekly Class
Parkinson’s patients and their care partners are invited to a free, weekly Drums Alive class at the Cross Center, brought to us by the Bluegrass Parkinson’s Alliance.
Stay Updated on Weather Closings by Text
The fastest and easiest way to know about closings or cancellations is through our text alert system.
What Happens During Prayer Meeting
As we begin a year focused on prayer, we want to take a closer look at one of the weekly rhythms at Forks: prayer meeting.
Coffee & Connections
Looking for a welcoming place to connect, enjoy great conversation, and sip a warm drink? Coffee & Connections, hosted by Todd and Kelly Lester, is the perfect opportunity to build Christ-centered friendships in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere.
Shut-in, Senior Adult, and Military List Updates
The Caring Hearts Ministry is updating information to our Church Shut-in, Senior and Military Lists. If you have family you would like included as a part of these ministries we would love to hear from you.
Wednesday Meal & Prayer Meeting – Sign Up to Help Us Plan!
To make the sign-up process easier and help improve accuracy, we are bringing back the permanent list on a trial basis. This means you can sign up once to be counted for meals every week, unless you notify us otherwise.
Update Your Address & Email
If you’ve moved within the past year, we kindly ask you to update your address with the church office to ensure your financial statements are delivered promptly.
Men’s Ministry & Fellowship
This ongoing Bible Study for men meets each Wednesday 9-10am in the Fellowship Hall.
Focus
If you would like to continue receiving the Forks Focus Monthly Newsletter by postal mail please click through make your request. You can also request to receive the Focus by email.
Kroger Community Rewards
Did you know that you can support Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church while you do your normal grocery shopping?
Prayer List
Click through to access our weekly prayer list.
CROSS Center Volunteers Needed
If you feel comfortable volunteering, we have several opportunities/shifts available at the center.
Staff Contact
Our office and ministry staff can be reached by email at forksbaptist.org/staffcontact
Address Changes
Did you move this year? Please click through to fill out a form and update your address.
Caring Hearts Ministry
The Caring Hearts Ministry exists to provide love, encouragement, and support to Forks Family shut-ins, seniors, caregivers, military members, and veterans.
Manna House
The Manna House Food Pantry at Forks of Elkhorn Baptist Church is open to anyone in our community who faces a food emergency.
Closures & Cancellations
The absolute best way to know about closings, cancellations, or delays is to join our texting line. Text SNOW to (502) 410-3343 to join.
Request Prayer
Do you need prayer? Please click through to submit your request and we will pray for you.
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