From the Senior Minister (February 17, 2026)

Lent is a special 40-day season in the Christian calendar that helps prepare our hearts for Easter. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday, the day before Easter. The 40 days (not counting Sundays) recall the 40 days Jesus spent fasting and praying in the wilderness before beginning his public ministry. By […]
The Branch—February 17, 2026

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Calling All Graduates!

On Sunday, May 17, First Baptist Greenville will celebrate and honor the graduating classes of 2026—high school, college and graduate school. The day will begin in the AYMC, when graduates and their families are invited to share in a time of breakfast and fellowship with our Youth Family. During worship at 10:30am, graduates will wear […]
Youth Ministry Fundraising Week—Save the Dates!

Our Youth Family is excited to host Youth Ministry Fundraising Week, a joyful time for our church and community to support and celebrate our youth ministry. All events are open to everyone, so invite friends and make plans to join us! Learn more and give donations online at: www.firstbaptistgreenville.com/youthministryweek $1-$200 Envelope Fundraiser—Begins Sunday, February 15 […]
Children’s Winter Retreat
For the second year in a row, our Children’s Winter Retreat was canceled due to inclement weather. While we love snow, we were disappointed not to gather with churches from across South Carolina and Georgia for the weekend. Instead, we did the next best thing! All our retreat participants and chaperones gathered in the AYMC […]
An Invitation to All FBG Kids (and Parents)!
Who’s up for a FREE pancake party?! Shrove Tuesday is on February 17. To celebrate, our Engaged Aging team has been working with the Children’s Ministry to plan a “Mardi Gras” Pancake Party in the Fellowship Hall for all FBG Kids and their grownups. Volunteers from the Engaged Aging Ministry will host the event, take […]
Iftar Dinner
Homemade baklava, stuffed grape leaves, kebabs and the chance to make a friend from another faith? Sign me up! On Saturday, February 21, First Baptist will partner with our Muslim friends at the Palmetto Care & Share Institute to host an Interfaith Iftar Dinner. The Palmetto Care & Share Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization […]
The Branch—February 9, 2026
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Know a College or Seminary Student in Need of Financial Assistance?

The First Baptist Greenville Scholarship Committee is accepting applications from qualified individuals seeking financial assistance in pursuing an undergrad or seminary degree. This opportunity is not restricted to church members. Friends and loved ones are also welcome and encouraged to apply! These scholarships are made available through the First Baptist Greenville Foundation and funded by […]
Foundation Sunday

On Sunday, February 8, our congregation will celebrate The FBG Foundation during a special worship service. We will share how the Foundation supports missions and ministries as well as hear from Foundation fund recipients who will be worshipping with us. Prior to the service, there will be a reception in the Fellowship Hall during the […]