From the Senior Minister (August 18, 2925)
Join me for an unforgettable travel-learning experience next summer, June 23–30, as we explore faith, culture, and Christianity through the life and work of Pastor and Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer. On behalf of his neighbors and Jesus Christ, Bonhoeffer was a courageous resister of Nazi Germany. His bold witness continues to challenge and inspire Christians around […]
The Branch—August 18, 2025
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Finding Hope at the AYMC
Did you know that every time you move your body your muscles are doing much more than just helping you get stronger? They’re also releasing something scientists now call “hope molecules.” Also known as myokines, hope molecules are powerful chemicals released when muscles contract during exercise. They travel through your bloodstream, cross the blood-brain barrier […]
MidWeek Kicks Off with a Bake-Off on August 20!
Kick off Wednesday night gatherings at FBG on a sweet note! Our first MidWeek of the fall features a bake-off competition. To participate as a baker, bring your signature baked good to the Fellowship Hall on August 20. Voters will sample items and vote on their favorites in each category. Everyone gets two complimentary votes […]
Sunday School Resources in the Media Center
As Sunday School classes gear up for the start of the year, you may find yourself faced with a signup sheet… with your name on it… which you wrote there, weeks ago, feeling much farther removed from the responsibility of putting together a lesson! Or perhaps your class is looking for a topic to study […]
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 […]