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Faith-Filled Future: N.C. Church Celebrates 150th Anniversary
January 27th, 2023
The life of any church is affirmed on the faith-filled hope that came from those who paved the way, and that others will follow to carry the torch....
January 27, 2023: Learning, Experiencing, Exploring
January 27th, 2023
Every now and again, I like to share with you in this weekly newsletter space some non-churchy things I’m learning, experiencing, exploring....
January 19, 2023: 2023 Deacons
January 19th, 2023
This Sunday, we celebrate the ministry of our deacons as we install the 2023 deacons and ordain three newly-called deacons to service: Holly Kessler, Jim Nelson...
January 11, 2023: The Waters of Baptism
January 11th, 2023
“This is our boy!,” I wept as he arrived, marveling at the good gift long-awaited now tucked into my arms....
January 5, 2023: First on Fifth in the New Year
January 5th, 2023
A blessed new year to each of you! It's a gift to greet this turning of the year alongside of you, dear church. ...
150th Anniversary at First Baptist Church on Fifth Not Dampened
October 5th, 2022
Waiting an extra year because of COVID-19 to mark its 150th anniversary has not stopped First Baptist Church on Fifth from celebrating its history through conti...