Emerald Isle Baptist Church

Lenten Services

Palm Sunday, March 29, 10:00 AM

Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026, 7 PM

Good Friday Personal Reflection, April 3, 5:30-7:00 PM

Easter Sunday, April 5, 8:30 AM & 10 AM with Children’s church and nursery provided

Children’s Sermon for April 5, 2026

“A Real Easter Egg”

Theme:

Jesus is risen and the tomb is empty!

Object:

An empty egg shell (puncture at each end and blow out the white and yolk) that has been decorated. This can also be done with plastic eggs, but it isn't as effective.

Scripture:

He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Matthew 28:6

Summary of this sermon...

Jesus is risen and the tomb is empty! Easter eggs symbolize new life, just like baby chicks hatching from eggs. A real Easter egg is empty, reminding us of Jesus' empty tomb on Easter Sunday. Matthew 28:6 says, "He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." We celebrate Jesus' resurrection and the new life we can have in Him. Activities include video lessons, mazes, word searches, and more. Keep Reading

There are many things that remind us of Easter. There are flowers, chocolate Easter bunnies, and pretty Easter baskets. One thing that all of us think of when we think of Easter is Easter eggs. How many of you have ever been on an Easter egg hunt? Have you ever wondered why we use the egg to represent Easter?

When a mother hen sits on her eggs for a few weeks, do you know what happens? That's right, in a few weeks the eggs begin to crack open and little baby chick come out. An egg means new life. It reminds us that there is a new life inside that can come out. We celebrate Easter Sunday because that is the day that Jesus came out of the grave and He was alive.

This morning I have brought what I call a real Easter egg. I will show you why I call it a real Easter egg (break the empty egg shell). This egg is empty. That is why I call it a real Easter egg. It reminds me that on Easter Sunday, when Jesus' followers went to His tomb, the tomb was empty. An angel was there to tell them, "He is not here; He has risen, just as He said." The grave is empty, Jesus isn't in there. He is alive, and because He is alive, we too can have a new life in Him.

Dear Lord, today we celebrate the empty grave. We thank you that Jesus is not in the grave. He is risen, and because of that, we can have new life in Him. Amen.

 Join the Youth Group “Breakthrough!”

All youth are invited to attend our youth group this sunday after the worship service. let’s start the new year off together by learning about jesus while having fun, too! contact our youth leader, maxine smith, at eibc-family@outlook.com for more information!

Kids’ Club!

All children are invited to “Cloudy with a Chance of God!” Dig deep into the story of Noah and learn about each part of his story: building the ark, the flood, the dove, and the rainbow.

Friday, April 10, from 5:30-7:30 PM. See Maxine Smith with questions. eibc-family@outlook.com

Adult Sunday School Continues

Join us each Sunday morning at 8:45 for “answers in genesis.” This adult series has resumed.please see Mike Whitehead with questions about this class.

EIBC Cookbooks for Sale!

Written by members and friends of Emerald Isle Baptist Church in 2015, our cookbooks are chock full of delicious recipes, and we have lots to share. They make wonderful gifts for the new bride and groom, college students, and birthday gifts for anyone who loves to spend time in the kitchen! ! All proceeds go to local missions: $15 each.

“Reflections” Daily Devotional and Sunday School Materials

Pick up your copy of the January through April daily devotional at your convenience in Dorla’s office or the sanctuary vestibule…and take one to a friend!

Spring Bible Studies

Young Women’s Bible Study

All ladies are welcome to come experience a wonderful time of prayer, fellowship, and Bible based study on scriptures and subjects new each week.  Please call Toni Higgins at 919-749-5374 for more information or to request childcare.

New Women’s Bible Study

The Monday evening class will begin “The Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible”  by Mary DeMuth on January 26 at 5:30 PM. Ten Biblical women teach truths about thriving, though misunderstood. Books are available on Amazon for $13.50 and must be purchased individually.    Pre-registration and book are        required. Please see Chris Harker or call her at 252-917-1307.

New Women’s Bible Study

Join the Tuesday morning Bible study group as we begin “Joshua: Every Good Promise Fulfilled” on Tuesday, March 10, at 8:30 AM. Member books are $25 each. Please contact Dorla Pake at 252-354-8795 for more information about this class.