Back-to-School with Our FBG Youth Family!
As summer winds down and a new school year begins, we’re excited to welcome students in 6th–12th grade into a new season of fun, fellowship and faith formation! We are kicking off on August 17 with the FBG Youth pancake breakfast, Blessing Sunday Worship and our Youth Family Block Party. On August 24, we’ll launch […]
The Branch—August 11, 2025
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The Branch—August 3, 2025
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JustFaith: Take a Gospel-Centered Deep Dive
First Baptist Greenville began offering JustFaith programs almost 15 years ago. Since then, more than 20 groups have explored the roots, causes and solutions to community injustices through the lens of faith and action. I consider JustFaith program participation an essential part of my personal journey and a key resource for developing the skills and […]
Make Someone Smile
Ok, Class, here’s your assignment… No grumbling! Put your hands down, spit out your gum and stop talking! I haven’t even told you what it is yet! Your assignment this week is to make someone smile. Mean-spirited smiles at someone else’s expense will be given an F. Glaring, lascivious or evil-villain grins will get a […]
Get Involved! Small Groups Fair on August 17 & 24
When a new member joins the church, we name three pillars of community connection: participating in worship regularly; investing time, talents and resources in the life of the church; and finding community in a small group. There are dozens of groups at FBG, but with so many options, it’s hard to know where to start! […]
Join Us This School Year!
Do you know a child or youth (grandkid, neighbor, friend) who would benefit from finding a place to connect at FBG? All are invited and welcome to join us for our Youth and Children’s Blessing Sunday and Block Party on Sunday, August 17! We can’t wait to see you as we launch another great year […]
From the Senior Minister (August 4, 2025)
August 17 is Blessing Sunday, and we hope you will join us as we regather after summer and recommit ourselves to God and the life of the church. It will be a day of celebration marking the beginning of a new school year, a new church season and a new opportunity to live into our […]
Food Collection for First Haitian Wesleyan
Our partner church, First Haitian Wesleyan Church in Fountain Inn, assists their church members and others in the Haitian community in the Upstate who have been affected by job layoffs and other financial hardships. We are helping to replenish their food pantry. First Baptist members of the joint committee between our church and theirs (the […]
Music Is FUN-damental!
Studies show that music, particularly singing in a choir, is good for mental health, helping alleviate stress and improving concentration among other benefits. With anxiety and depression rates as high as they now are, we have a wonderful help for you here at FBG. Come sing in the Sanctuary Choir! Also, bring your children to […]