by admin | Mar 12, 2020 | Church Life, COVID-19, Pastor's Blog
Dear Church Family, I have been watching carefully the latest updates and recommendations regarding COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that is causing a worldwide pandemic, and I am keenly aware of the church’s population being one of the most vulnerable. With 15+...
by Libby Grammer | Mar 10, 2020 | Church Life, History
Our newly-established History Committee is collecting items related to the history of First Baptist Church. We will in the coming months and years begin the process of preserving and displaying these items to honor our 135-year legacy in this community. Please...
by Libby Grammer | Mar 6, 2020 | Church Life, Pastor's Blog
Lent is a season to feed our souls while we fast from those things that distract us. Recognizing that our spirit needs the same hard work as the missions we endeavor to pursue as a congregation means spending time learning how best to strengthen our spirits so we are...
by Libby Grammer | Feb 21, 2020 | Church Life
We journey together as a church family and in with wider Christian community here in Martinsville through the season of Lent. See below for upcoming services and devotions to help center your spirit as we prepare our hearts for our Holiest Week. Join us for any/all of...
by Libby Grammer | Feb 21, 2020 | Church Life, Midweek Check-In
On March 4th, we will begin Wednesday dinner and Midweek Check-in in the Fellowship Hall. Wednesday Evening Schedule: 5:00 p.m. Dinner in the Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Lenten Devotion in the Fellowship Hall* 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal in the Choir Room *Childcare...
by Libby Grammer | Feb 21, 2020 | Church Life, Pastor's Blog
By now, if you’re on our mailing list, you have received our letter outlining our plan to undertake an intentional process for the next year to re-imagine ministry together for a new era in our church. (Missed that letter & outline? Read it here). This discernment...
