Ministries
At FBMC we believe that God has a unique purpose for your life and there is a special area of service that will allow you to fulfill that purpose. Jesus came to serve; and He calls us to serve one another. True happiness in life is achieved when we serve and help others. When the Church and her members have a "servant spirit" we can be used mightily by the Lord and do wonders in the community. We are commited to helping you find a ministry that best matches the distinct way that God has made you. Listed below you will find a listing of ministries by category with supporting Deacons and Ministry Leaders:
Support Ministries
Deacon Harry Thompson
Sis. Tammy Scott
Care Ministry
Will perform acts of kindness for FBMC bereaved families, sick and shut-in members, hospitalized, and those who reside in nursing homes; will provide cards, flowers and/or monetary gifts to comply with our objectives.
Sis. Audrey Covington
Health Ministry
To promote healthy lifestyles among our church congregation and community; to educate and inform FBMC members and the community in choosing healthier lifestyles and reducing health disparities.
Sis. Patrice Murphy-Wilson
Hospitality Ministry
To create an atmosphere of love, care and fellowship reflecting the love of Christ by greeting and welcoming all who enter our church.
Sis. Cynthia Graham
Pastor's Aide Ministry
To assist with the needs of the pastor so that he may have more uninterrupted time to spend studying and spreading God's Word; and to give spiritual assistance and physical help to our pastor however needed.
Deacon Harry Thompson
Deacon's Ministry
The mission of the DEACON MINISTRY is to assist the pastor of the church in fulfilling all the duties of pastoral care, including but not limited to serving, equipping, encouraging, edifying and monitoring the spiritual growth of all the members.
Deacon Harry Thompson
Veteran's Ministry
The Veterans Ministry will promote the spiritual health and growth of veterans, and their families, addressing their unique experiences by providing biblically-based, doctrinally sound fellowship, encouragement and resources.
Education Ministries
Deacon Bertie Blanding
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Rev. George P. Windley, Jr.
Bible Study
We are a community of biblical truth seekers. We recognize the significance of building connections with like-minded believers who are dedicated to exploring the depths of Yah's Word. Through our online forums, virtual study sessions, and engaging discussions, our primary objective is to facilitate a process of unlearning and relearning, allowing the truth of the Word to take root in our hearts and minds.
Sis. Tonya Ivey
Girl Scouts
To build courage, confidence and character in our girls who will make this world a better place; to teach them how to take their place in the future by providing skills that will allow them to be future leaders.
Deacon Harry Thompson
Leaders in Training
To teach young men how to become effective leaders for today and tomorrow through character building skills, public speaking, Bible reading, visits to nursing homes, and other events and classes.
Bro. Terrance Mack
New Members Orientation
To provide an orientation for new members to the teachings of our Lord and Savior. To provide introduction to the structure and organization of FBMC.
Deacon Bertie Blanding
Sunday School Ministry
To render religious education to people of all age groups to aid them in their Christian walk, witness and development; to serve as a platform for people to come together to discuss and share in the knowledge of
God's word.
Service Ministry
Deacon Eddie Brown
Sis. Ruby Brown
Beautification Ministry
To recognize current and ongoing beautification needs to enhance the beauty and comfort of our historic church; to create a more inviting atmosphere to enhance the worship experience of FBMC.
Bro. Roy Graham
Transportation
To provide safe transportation to and from church to those who need transportation on Sunday mornings and other church activities; to maintain the upkeep of the church’s vehicles.
Bro. Roy Graham
Trustee Ministry
To faithfully oversee all areas of the church’s property by maintaining the building and grounds and ensuring that all equipment is in proper working order; to approve and oversee the usage of the church and its properties; to maintain safe keeping of the church’s historical documents and financial records.
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Deacon Eddie Brown
Usher Ministry
To encourage, promote and train Christian workers to become efficient as they meet, greet and seat people (in an orderly manner), thus providing an atmosphere conducive to worship service; to coordinate the collection of the church’s tithes, offerings, and special collections.
Sis. Angela Fambro/Sis. Rhonda Russell
Culinary Ministry
To oversee the operation, usage, cleanliness and preservation of the church kitchen and its equipment; to plan, prepare, and serve food for church-supported activities and other special events.
Evangelism
Deacon Keith Ivey
Bro. Ernest Dupree
Media Ministry
To enhance the worship experience by providing excellent quality sound and media throughout all services to ensure that the Word of the Lord can be heard clearly and concisely; to provide quality audio recordings of the worship service and special programs of the church.
Sis. Lessie Bryant
Mid-Day Prayer
The gathering of a group of prayer warriors who allocate an hour during the week to offer up prayers for our church family as well as our community and world abroad.
Deacon Bertie Blanding
Prison Ministry
To provide worship services and written publications approved by the Department of Corrections in order to spread God's word to the entire incarcerated population in the state of South Carolina.
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Rev. George P. Windley, Jr./Sis. Lori McMichael
Deacon Keith Ivey
FBCIC/Food Pantry
To improve the social and economic status of local communities through workforce preparation, education, cultural awareness, civil rights advocacy, and well-being services.
Empowering/Fellowship
Deacon Kevin McMichael
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Deacon Kevin Michael
Brotherhood Ministry
The men of FBMC will lend a helping hand wherever needed. We plan to study the Bible at our meetings and to share our talents with our senior members to help them with work around their homes. We will also aid the church with repairs and serve as role models for our youths.
Sis. Barbara Blanding
Women's Ministry
To win souls to Christ through Christian education and missionary work; to provide Christian leadership, guidance, and assistance to young adults and youth to help them grow in spiritual knowledge and wisdom; and to participate in and provide leadership in Christian mission efforts, projects, and events throughout our county, state, and abroad by joining with missionary Sisters at other churches
to spread God's Word.
Bre'Ana Canty
Youth Ministry
The objective of youth ministry is to create intentional opportunities for students to grow closer to Jesus Christ. This involves helping youth become aware of God as revealed in Jesus Christ, to respond to Christ in a personal commitment of faith, and to follow God’s will in the full meaning of church membership and Christian discipleship.
Worship Ministries
Deacon Ronnie Scott
Sis. Barbara Cheeseboro
Drama Ministry
The Drama Ministry is a Christian ministry that uses drama, storytelling, and theatrical arts to serve and honor God. The purpose of Drama Ministry is to nurture and utilize the gifts God has given us, so Christ can be glorified through us. It aims to evangelize, making a difference for the cause of Christ, by bringing the Gospel to our community through the very powerful media of mime, sign language, music, and drama.
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Music Ministyry
Dr. Belinda McKoy
Church music ministry is a vital part of the church’s worship, discipleship, and outreach The purpose of the music ministry is to teach us about the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the promises inherent in it. It reminds us of the sovereignty of God and all He is capable of doing. It makes us understand that irrespective of what we may be going through at any point in life, His faithfulness remains.
Deacon Ronnie Scott/Sis. Brittany Blanding
Praise Dance/Mime Ministry
To enhance the worship experience by providing our youth the opportunity to glorify God through the art of mime. The Praise Dance Ministry seeks to advance the kingdom of Heaven through the art of dance. Through learning different dance and theatrical techniques, the Ministry gathers movers of all ages to worship God and bring souls to Christ through our message.