First Baptist Greenville

From the Senior Minister (January 16, 2024)

At mealtimes, my family has a practice we call “Good in our day.” We recall and name all the good things (large and small) that happened to us throughout the day. Then, we say together, “God, for all these gifts and more, we give you thanks.” This simple gratitude practice became a part of our […]

From the Senior Minister (January 8, 2024)

What a joyous Sunday yesterday was, and how fitting that my first Sunday coincided with Epiphany! Epiphany is a Christian Holy Day that commemorates the visit of the Magi, the baptism of Jesus, and the wedding at Cana. These events symbolize new beginnings and are marked by signs from heaven—the guiding star of the wise […]

From the Senior Minister (January 2, 2024)

Dear First Baptist Family, I hope this note finds you filled with the joy and hope of the of the season. I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for the warm welcome this fall and the generous time you’ve given me to wrap up […]