The Branch—September 2, 2025

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FBG YOUTH Family 2025-2026

Together, we can create a space where everyone feels invited, included and at home in this family of faith. Week after week, we gather knowing we belong to God, to each other, and to our Youth Family. Our hope is that both youth and parents will find joy, purpose, and belonging here. Parents are an […]
FBG Kids Is Back for Another Amazing Year!
Get ready to dive into our theme of Making Space as we learn, grow and have so much fun together. Check our yearly calendar to learn more about upcoming events and opportunities! —Bridget Kokolis, Minister of Children
Hygiene Kits & United Ministries Fruit: September Monthly Collections

Last spring, some of our youth met with me for a MidWeek brainstorming session about ways to care for our neighbors in the community. After some great questions, suggestions and conversation, what resulted was a plan to collect hygiene items. We would pack them into small baggies and keep them on hand for the congregation […]
From the Senior Minister (August 24, 2025)

Our theme for the year is Invited, based on Romans 15:7. We are invited by God into grace, belonging, service and purpose. In turn, we invite others into faith, friendship and the life of the church. To reflect on this theme, I’ve invited newcomers to share their experiences. —Carol Reflection by Cliff and Jeanette Christian, […]
The Branch—August 25, 2025

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Yard Sale Committee—Kickoff Lunch & Dates to Remember

One of the busiest and most popular events of the year is the churchwide Yard Sale. Church members and friends from the community converge on our Practice Gym to find furniture, office equipment, appliances, books, exercise equipment, silverware, kitchenware, toys, and other household items. This past March, the sale brought in more than $22,000, already […]
EA Fall Kickoff and Trivia Night

This is a special invitation to all our Engaged Aging crowd to join us Friday, September 5, for an evening of fun and to celebrate with us as we reveal our new fall lineup of events. The evening will begin at 4:30pm with a preview of coming attractions as well as a reflection on the […]
Habitat for Humanity Juneteenth Build: One Workday Left!

Several volunteers from First Baptist braved the heat to work on the Habitat Juneteenth Build house last month! We have just one workday left: Thursday, August 28, from 8:00am unitl 11:30am. The address is 123 Zora Drive, and the tentative schedule for the day involves installing shelving and hardware in the newly built house. If […]
MidWeek Classes for Adults August 27-September 10

MidWeek kicks off Wednesday, August 20! Supper is served from 5:00pm until 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Reserve your meal at fbcgreenville.wpenginepowered.com/wednesdays-at-first or call the church office. Supper prices are $10/adult and $5/child. Following the kickoff, adults can join one of three course options from 6:00 pm until 7:00pm. MidWeek Bake-Off | Fellowship Hall Our […]