The Branch—May 26, 2026
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Pastor’s Blog | May 18, 2026
We have a good problem at First Baptist. So much is happening in the life of our church that it can be challenging to share about it all! As church staff, we continually discuss how to improve our communication so you can stay informed and connected. Over the past year, we have taken several meaningful […]
Small Things, Great Love
Mother Teresa famously said, “We can do no great things. But we can do small things with great love.” I don’t know about you, but some of the most significant moments of blessing and encouragement I’ve ever received came in such small packages, such brief interpersonal interactions, that an outside observer would scarcely notice them, […]
Summer Series: Christianity in America
Wondering how to live faithfully as a Christian in our complicated historical moment? This summer’s All-Adult Sunday School Series is for you. Many of us inherited one of two frameworks for American history: one, we started out at a low point of slavery and unfreedom and have steadily progressed towards a better country, or two, […]
Summer Celebrations at the AYMC
As some church programs begin to wind down for the summer, we are just getting started at the AYMC. We have some phenomenal “firsts” this summer, and we are truly filled with joyful anticipation! On Sunday, May 31, the AYMC will host a post-worship Open House to celebrate and give thanks for new fitness equipment […]
From the Senior Minister (May 18, 2026)
We have a good problem at First Baptist. So much is happening in the life of our church that it can be challenging to share about it all! As church staff, we continually discuss how to improve our communication so you can stay informed and connected. Over the past year, we have taken several meaningful […]
The Branch—May 18, 2026
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Exciting Changes Coming for The Branch!
We want to share an upcoming change to The Branch, our church newsletter. Beginning June 1, The Branch will move from a weekly format to a monthly publication. While The Branch will come less frequently, it will continue to serve as a meaningful and reliable connection point. This shift allows us to focus our time […]
Congratulations, College and Grad School Graduates!
Below are the college and graduate school graduates for whom we received pictures. All graduates will be honored during worship on Sunday, May 17. GRADUATE SCHOOL COLLEGE
Thank You for a Successful Yard Sale!
Thanks to all who gave of their time and energy to make this year’s Yard Sale such a success. The Yard Sale brought in more than $25,000! When you add that to the proceeds from the Holiday Sale the team piloted last fall, the total jumps to more than $28,000! We are deeply grateful for […]