News (Page 2)

News (Page 2)

First Baptist Celebrates Our 147th Founder’s Day and Church Anniversary!

First Baptist Church will celebrate our 147th Founder’s Day and Church Anniversary on Sunday, October 18, and Sunday, October 25, with the theme “147 Years of Walking Together for a Greater Impact.” We’re pleased to announce our speakers for these special services! Rev. Dr. Tyshawn Gardner will be our Founder’s Day speaker for our 10:00 a.m. worship service on October 18. He serves as an Associate Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary located at Baylor University in…

2026 CROP Hunger Walk Fundraiser

First Baptist Church will participate in the 2026 CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, October 18! All monies raised will be used to combat the problem of hunger in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Community. Please see a letter below from Ms. Latoya Moore. Here’s how to donate: The deadline for donations is Tuesday, November 3. Last year, First Baptist raised over $3,500.00. With your help, we can surpass it!

The Retirement of Rev. Glenn M. Pettiford – Sunday, August 30, 2026

On Sunday, August 30, Rev. Glenn Pettiford retired after serving as First Baptist Church’s Assistant Pastor for 22 years. The congregation presented him with a portrait, and he later preached his final sermon in that role. Following the service, a reception was held in his honor in the David R. Hedgley Fellowship Hall. Please click here for the complete album. We thank Rev. Pettiford for his years of service and extend blessings to him in the next phase of his…

Rev. Doyle’s Prayer for the 2026-2027 School Year

During our Morning Worship Service on Sunday, August 9, Rev. Doyle shared his prayer for the new school year with returning students, parents, grandparents, teachers, and other educators. May his prayer be a blessing to you!