First Baptist Greenville

From the Senior Minister (June 17, 2024)

In commemoration of Juneteenth, the church offices will be closed this year on Wednesday, June 19. As a reminder, Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth,” marks the day in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to take command of the state and ensure that all enslaved people were set free. Before television and the […]

From the Senior Minister (May 28, 2024)

Summer is my favorite season—I love strolling outside in the evening light and savoring simple joys like ice cream, grilling out, and fresh tomatoes and peaches. With the kids out of school, mornings are less hectic, and bedtime is less rushed, so our family’s pace slows a bit. This summer, I look forward to our […]

From the Senior Minister (May 13, 2024)

What an incredible time of worship the Children’s Sabbath was! As both Senior Minister and a mother, I had the privilege of witnessing the day through dual lenses. The sight of my nine-year-old, Marin, confidently reading scripture and singing in the choir filled me with immense joy. But it wasn’t just her; I was bursting […]