On Sunday, January 12, Jay Foster joined our church by a statement of faith, seeking baptism. We are so proud of Jay and this decision that he has made to follow Christ, and we look forward to his upcoming baptism! […]

Cancellation information about scheduled activities will be noted on a recorded greeting obtained by calling the office at 919-832-4485. Information will also be supplied to WRAL-TV (1st Baptist, Salisbury St), WTVD-TV (First Baptist Church-Salisbury St). We will also post on […]

When our vendor added additional door entry pass cards to our system, some previous cards were mistakenly deleted. We do not know which cards were deleted, but if you have been issued a pass card (issued to staff and key ministry […]

An estate gift has funded an early retirement incentive program for eligible Cooperative Baptist Fellowship field personnel, enabling some to retire earlier while contributing to the financial sustainability of CBF’s Global Missions efforts. The program was open to 19 CBF […]

Do you love a wintery wilderness wonderland? Then come on the winter retreat with us! From February 14–16 we will be staying in the Pipestem State Park in West Virginia for our winter/ski retreat. This is a retreat open to the entire […]

We know from our biblical text that women were among the followers of Jesus during his ministry. Their stories, however, are brief and often the women go unnamed. Recent scholarship has given us new and intriguing tales about a variety […]

We would love for you to join us for a mid-week meal! The supper line is open each Wednesday night, 5:15–6:15pm. You may reserve your spot at this link on the website or by calling the church office. Please note that every person eating Wednesday night […]

Mark your calendar for the following 2025 dates for church conference: January 29, February 26, March 26, May 28, August 27, September 24, October 22, November 19, and December 17.

Come join us Thursdays at 10:30am in the fellowship hall for interesting speakers, mission projects, and once a month, a program that’s a little out of the ordinary. We also have an outing each month, but mostly we enjoy spending […]

You are invited to join us on Saturday, January 18, for a meaningful community dialogue in honor of the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing. This year, the YMCA of the Triangle, Encouraging Place, Triangle MLK Committee, Raleigh Chamber, Wake County, […]

On January 19, there will be a special optional Sunday School session in the fellowship hall with Lizzy Garcia, the director of Aprende Conmigo, the community learning center operated by Sharefish in El Carrizo, Honduras. All Sunday School classes are welcome to […]

Dear Church Family, At FBC, hospitality is at the heart of everything we do. We strive to create a warm and welcoming space each Sunday, where our worship is filled with love and openness. We offer meaningful activities for families, […]

Wednesday, January 15 5:15pm Meal served (FH) 5:45pm Children’s music (307/311) 6:15pm Centerpoint (FH) 6:30pm Youth Bible study (Blue Room) 6:30pm Children’s missions (preschool and children’s suites) 6:30pm Handbell practice (302) 6:30pm Adult choir rehearsal (310/S)   Thursday, January 16 […]

Each week, we post And Also with ‘Cue’s weekly schedule in Rose Window Weekly as well as on our AAWC Facebook page to let you know our lunch schedule and if there will be outside events on the weekend for you […]

Recently, the 2/3s Mission Friends class spent a Wednesday night painting and placing kindness rocks around the church building to learn about showing kindness and compassion to others as God tells us to do. This shows that even the youngest […]

Dear Members of the First Baptist Church Congregation, On behalf of the Finance Committee, I want to thank all of you for your dedicated support of our church through your giving. Our prayers are that you will continue that strong support […]

The new issue of our First Foundations magazine is hot off the press, and ready for you to read! Magazines are currently available in the Lewis building lobby by the elevators. There are also copies of the magazine located at all entrances to […]

These are such busy times with so many activities at FBC! This past week at our Thirty-Niners’ meeting, our program was led by a volunteer and board member of Meals on Wheels, Mr. Sid Jones. He reminded us that Meals on […]

NEW DEACONS FOR 2025 We are thrilled to announce the newest members of our 2025 diaconate. These individuals have shown a deep commitment to our community of faith and we are grateful for their willingness to serve in this way. […]

A few weeks ago, our church was asked to consider serving as a White Flag shelter for women during the upcoming winter months. Wake County provides various temporary emergency shelter sites for people experiencing homelessness on nights when the temperature […]

Both a city arborist and a local tree service arborist have recommended removal of two oak trees at the edges of our parking lot. Both trees are diseased and dying. The arborists warn that the disease may spread to other trees if […]

FELLOWSHIP FUND UPDATE In December of 2023, we started an official partnership with Edenton Street UMC and First Presbyterian Church, providing financial assistance for our neighbors in need. Through this partnership, individuals submit an application through our website and it […]

When faced with the news that stage 4 cancer was raging within him, Dan Day’s faith life was put to the test. In his his newly released book, he shares his journey through sixty prayers, poems, and conversations with God, […]

After we began using our new phone system, for a brief time, all calls to the church office went directly to the answering service which gave a list of options. It is a reality we encounter almost everywhere in this […]

The Japanese Baptist Church of Raleigh (part of our FBC ministry) is in need of a working 50” or larger flat-screen smart TV. In addition, we have some of our FBC classrooms that could benefit from a mounted TV. If you are […]

BIBLE VERSES FOR DAILY USE Wednesday, January 15: Psalm 106:1-12; Numbers 27:1-11; Luke 11:33-36 Thursday, January 16: Psalm 36:5-10; Jeremiah 3:1-5; Acts 8:18-24 Friday, January 17: Psalm 36:5-10; Jeremiah 3:19-25; 1 Corinthians 7:1-7 Saturday, January 18: Psalm 36:5-10; Jeremiah 4:1-4; Luke 11:14-23 Sunday, January 19: Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 36:5-10; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; John […]

Help us welcome the upcoming arrival of baby boy Reed! We invite you to the Reed’s Casserole Caravan Sprinkle this Sunday, January 12, from 2–3:30pm in room 302. You may bring a favorite entree/casserole to sustain them as they expand […]