Wilborn Temple First COGIC

02/23/2026

🎉 Wilborn Temple First COGIC Centennial Celebration Pledge

In May 2027, Wilborn Temple will celebrate our 100th Church Anniversary! As we reflect on our rich history and look toward the future, we are excited to announce our Centennial Celebration Pledge.

We are asking members and friends to prayerfully consider pledging $1,000 per family, payable in installments over the next year.

Your support helps us continue the work of the Lord and fulfill the Great Commission.

📍 Wilborn Temple First COGIC
121 Jay Street, Albany, NY 12210

📱 Text “WILBORNTEMPLE Centennial” to 73256 to give via mobile
📧 [email protected]

Thank you in advance for being a blessing as we prepare to celebrate 100 years of ministry.

02/08/2026

Sunday School & Morning Worship
❄️ CANCELLED ❄️

📅 Sunday, February 8, 2026

Per Pastor Solomon Dees, due to the extreme cold weather and ongoing heating concerns, there will be no Sunday School or morning worship service today.

🙏 Please stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy a blessed weekend.

01/31/2026

🎓✊🏾 HBCU Sunday at Wilborn Temple

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month and the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with our Youth Nation.

📅 Sunday, February 8, 2026
📍 Wilborn Temple 1st COGIC
121 Jay Street, Albany NY, 12210

🎉 Wear your favorite HBCU gear or school colors as we honor the excellence, history, and impact of HBCUs in our community and beyond.

Come worship with us and celebrate education, culture, and legacy together!

12/20/2025

Wilborn Temple will be closed on Sunday, December 21st, due to circumstances beyond our control.

We appreciate your understanding and ask that you continue to keep the church family in prayer.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a blessed holiday season. 🎄🙏🏾

11/16/2025

🌬️ A Fresh Breath is Waiting For You 🌬️

👉 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-QU-zLVBGk

We invite you to REPLAY last Sunday’s powerful message: “A Fresh Breath from The Lord” preached by Minister Mattie Douglas. Whether you're overwhelmed, weary, or needing a spiritual refresh—this Word is for YOU.🙏

Using Genesis 2:7, Job 27:3, and Job 33:4, Minister Douglas taught us how the breath of God not only gives life—but sustains us through chaos, pain, and uncertainty. Whatever you're facing, God is still breathing on His people. 💨

📖 Watch the full message and experience healing, hope, and power through the Word. Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe so you never miss another life-changing service.

🕊️ Let this be your moment to EXHALE the weight… and INHALE His peace.

📍 121 Jay Street, Albany, NY 12210
🕓 Sunday School: 9:30 AM | Sunday Service: 11 AM | Tuesday Prayer: 6:30 PM

Have you been feeling spiritually winded, weighed down by life's chaos, or searching for restoration in uncertain times? In this powerful message titled “A F...

11/02/2025

📖 Communion Sunday | Live at 11:00 AM EST

Join us this morning for worship and communion at First Church of God in Christ of Albany! 🙌🏾

🎥 We’ll be streaming live on YouTube in one hour (.
This is a special time to reflect, give thanks, and remember the sacrifice of Jesus Christ together.

🕊️ “Do this in remembrance of Me.” – Luke 22:19

🔗 Watch Live: https://youtube.com/live/Wp4JR4tXI3g?feature=share

Join us for Sunday worship with First COGIC of Albany! 🙌 We’re live every Sunday at 11:00 AM to bring you uplifting worship, inspiring teaching, and a commu...

11/01/2025

Today’s message reminds us: your testimony isn’t just about blessings—it’s proof of God’s power, whether at work, at home, or in tough seasons.

Watch and share if you believe your story has the power to inspire!

10/30/2025

In this clip, Elder Gresham reflects on how it’s not always major temptations—but everyday compromises like conversations or casual invites—that twist what God has spoken.

Watch and share this moment if you’re staying committed to walking faithfully.

10/28/2025

🎉 Sunday’s Message is now LIVE on YouTube! 🎉

🔥 “MY VICTORY HAS A NAME” 🔥
Preached by: Elder Charles Gresham
🗓️ Date: October 26, 2025
📖 Scripture: Revelation 12:10-11
📍Location: 121 Jay Street, Albany, NY

This powerful word walks us through how believers overcome by both the blood and the word of their testimony. Elder Gresham reminds us that we STILL carry Eden-level authority—through the name of JESUS! You’ll gain insight into how naming shapes identity, and how your testimony isn’t just your history—it’s your weapon of victory.

🎥 Watch the full message here 👉 https://youtu.be/mZobjnGNzfE
📩 LIKE // COMMENT // SHARE to spread the Word!

🕘 Service Times:
• Sunday School – 9:30 AM
• Sunday Service – 11:00 AM
• Weekly Prayer – Tuesday 6:30 PM

Welcome to this anointed message from First COGIC of Albany! In today's sermon, “My Victory Has a Name,” Elder Charles Gresham breaks down the spiritual powe...

10/28/2025

This message reminds us that the name of Jesus holds healing, provision, and miracle-working power.

Watch and share to encourage someone today!

10/27/2025

In this powerful moment Elder Charles Gresham, we’re reminded that with just one Word, God formed life, order, and design — and He’s still speaking today.

Watch + share this if you need that reminder of God’s power and purpose.