First Baptist Church, Lexington, NC

09/05/2026

Church members will ordain two new deacons, Harrison Fulbright and Gene Morris, during the worship service Sunday. Wes, Tamer, and Pamela Richardson will song "The Servant's Song," and Mark and Ronnie Smith will provide special piano and organ music. The service begins at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary, can be viewed on the church YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com//live, or listened to by calling (833) 659-9737.

09/04/2026

Ray has a new blog post; read it at the link below.

Reflections from Ray Howell on church and community life, family matters, theological musings, and issues large and small--with an opportunity to dialogue together via this blog.

09/04/2026

Ray will pay a visit to Riverdale next month (with special music by Brannon Gilliam). What's your favorite Riverdale narrative?

09/02/2026

The church is seeking pictures of the Rev. Tommy Wilson to use in a slideshow presentation when the Fellowship Hall is dedicated in his honor Sept. 27. Take pictures to the church office or email them to [email protected].

09/01/2026

If your child would like to open the Bible during a worship service, contact Beryl Phillips at [email protected] or Erin Richardson.

08/31/2026

Check out the latest issue of Steeple Talk at this link.

08/29/2026

Wes will lead the worship service this Sunday. It begins at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary, can be viewed on the church YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com//live, or listened to by calling (833) 659-9737.

08/29/2026

Obituary for church member LeGrand Skinner.

LeGrand passed away on August 27, 2026. A memorial service for LeGrand will be in our sanctuary at 11:00am on Monday, August 31, 2026. There will be visitation with the family at 10:00am Monday in the Fellowship Hall. Here is the link to LeGrand’s obituary.

View LeGrand Skinner's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/28/2026

Follow the link below to sign up for Wednesday Night meals Sept. 9 and 23 or the dedication of the Tommy Wilson Fellowship Hall on Sept. 27 after the service. You can also call the church office at (336) 245-1261, ext. 5; put your name on the sign-up sheet that will be in the church office; email Jim at [email protected]; or text or call Ray at (336) 239-4828

08/27/2026

Historical documents are scattered throughout the church. Do you know what this display holds?