Missions

PARTNER SCHOOLS
From Marshall County to Hampshire, and everywhere in between, we enjoy a great relationship with our local schools and we continue to seek as many opportunities as possible to serve them! We speak at chapels and at FCA gatherings and  attempt to meet the physical needs of our schools whenever possible.

We form and strengthen Gospel relationships, share the life-changing love of Jesus Christ with students and staff! For more information or to learn how to get involved, contact Pastor Brian Exum.

LAUNDROMAT TEAM
We explore opportunities and methods of ministering through our local laundromats that will provide a safe atmosphere to communicate our love for this city. We periodically schedule special days to provide coffee, snacks, and coins to many who could benefit from this support. If you would like to join our Laundromat Ministry group to receive updates, please contact Pastor Rick Blevins.

Food Pantry
We have our own food pantry at First Baptist Church where we provide food, as well as, a devotion for people coming in. Our food pantry is open on Tuesdays at 3:30 in Faith Hall. If you'd like to be involved by packing bags or helping on Tuesdays, contact Pastor Deron Henry.

We provide monthly support to these local ministries. They are always looking for volunteers, so reach out to them directly to learn how to help.

• Maury United Ministries (MUMS) - Provides free transportation to employment and doctor appointments to individuals in Columbia
• Pregnancy Center of Columbia - Provides practical support for both men and women during or after a pregnancy
• Restoration Jail Ministry - Serves inmates and their families through sharing the hope of the Gospel
• Discipleship House - Offers women who are getting out of jail a safe place to get back on their feet
• The Family Center - Assists those living in poverty
• Maury Baptist Association- Encourages and provides assistance to local churches; they also plan local, regional, national, and international missions trips for churches to work on together

We have partnerships with the following church planters (pastors who are beginning new churches). Pray for our partnerships as we work together to expand God's Kingdom.

• Kirk Kirkland, Revive City Church, Cincinnati, Ohio
• Dave Ainsworth, Citizens Church, San Francisco, California 
• Kevin Wilhite, ProWales, Provides resources for churches in Wales, United Kingdom
• Blaine McFarlin, Southern Baptist of Belize, Belize City, Belize

Jonathan and Kelly*, International Mission Board missionaries, have been connected to our church for many years. We support their mission through our gifts to the Cooperative Program. Pray for their family as they serve East Asian people groups located in Europe.

*We are unable to share their last name due to security concerns.