First Baptist Church Macon, GA

05/04/2026

Happy 22nd Pasorial Anniversary, Pastor James W Goolsby!
First Baptist Church Macon, GA has been immensely blessed by God's choice for our church family.
We began our celebration with Sunday morning breakfast and fellowship, followed by Sunday School,and then Sunday worship service, with Pastor John Wooden as our guest speaker.

May the Lord continue to pour His wisdom, strength, and blessings upon our Pastor and First Family: First Lady Gloria Goolsby, daughter - Ameerah Mosley, son-Christopher "CJ", and granddaughter, Asa.

04/19/2026

FBC'S Marriage Ministry enjoyed a different twist to "Game Night". There were different events and activities that fostered communication, understanding, and fun. The game of LIFE can be adventurous, especially when you CONNECT 4 life with the right person. Marriage is not a game; expect some elements of TROUBLE, but know how to navigate through them. Don't avoid each other using CHUTES and LADDERS to escape the issues. Say you're SORRY, and continue to fight for each other. Know and respect your spouse in what could trigger him/her. Certain things could prove yo be TABOO; therefore, tread lightly, pray for peace and clarity, then pray for opportunities to communicate calmly. May there be trust between you two to laugh, comfort, and share your feelings. LET'S GET DEEP spiritually, emotionally, socially,...🥰
Always cover each other in prayer, and choose to enjoy each other everyday while life is lifing.

"Thanks" goes to our coordinators Keisha Chante' & Edgar Ray for keeping our get-togethers thought provoking and fun.

04/05/2026

Jesus went to Calvary to save a wretch like you and me...There Is No Greater Love! ✝️

We pray you remember Jesus' love for you transcends everything. Reverence this day knowing that you are loved and covered in His blood and righteousness.

FBC also celebrated more love with the baby dedication of Donkor Uriah Hardie, Jr. 🩵

May you experience the love of Christ this week and beyond.🙏🏾🥰

04/03/2026

Dear Church Family and Friends,

Good Friday is a time of solemn reflection on the sacrifice our Savior made for us. This year, we invite you to experience the depth of Christ's love at the Good Friday Service – “The Seven Last Sayings of Jesus.”

We are excited that Pastor Goolsby is part of this anointed lineup of speakers. Let’s come out to support our pastor as they deliver a word of hope and reflection from the cross. This is an excellent opportunity to engage in a soul-stirring worship experience as a community.

Join us for this momentous occasion:

Date: Friday, April 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.

Location: Unionville Missionary Baptist Church
3837 Houston Avenue
Macon, GA 31206

Let’s lift up our pastor in prayer and share in a powerful time of remembrance. We hope to see you there! Thank you.

03/30/2026

As March 2026 comes to a close, so does Women's History Month. First Baptist Church Macon, GA is blessed to have many historical figures who were and are FBC members. We honored our past legacies, and inducted two new members, Sisters Ann Robinson Callaway and Justice Verda Colvin. 🩷

Our Women's History Month celebration was March 15, 2026; FBC's own First Lady Gloria Goolsby was our dynamic speaker.

We forever remember our historical trailblazing women, and we honor them and their legacies, bot only to First Baptist Church, but also within our local and state communities.

03/29/2026

Happy Palm Sunday!🌴
Today's outing united First Baptist Church Macon, GA and First Baptist Church of Christ for our yearly egg hunt.
There are more activities we will share throughout the year.

03/08/2026

Greetings, FBC Family and Friends!

🩷Happy Women's History Month!🩷
We are recognizing women and their historic accomplishments.
Please join us in our celebration March 15, 2026 at 11 o'clock am service; First Lady Gloria Goolsby is our esteemed speaker for the occasion.

Please wear your prettiest pink 🩷 or rosiest red ♥️ attire for this event/month.

03/05/2026

It's a new year of love, dedication and unity as First Baptist Church's Marriage Ministry resumes in 2026.

We welcome our new leaders,
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Ray and Keisha Chante' Ray!🎉

Our first event focused on updating our wedding vows to our spouses and rededicating ourselves to God's plan for us and our union.

We look forward to what The Lord has in store for our ministry, our couples, and our church family!

03/01/2026

The month of February has ended, but Black History and our church history continue to flourish...200%!

02/17/2026

FBC's own Edgar Ray is recognized for his educational leadership and positive impact in the community.
Congratulations, Edgar Ray! Continue to make history!

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✨ Black History Month Spotlight ✨
Honoring Edgar Ray

This Black History Month, Forrest B. Johnson & Associates proudly recognizes Edgar Ray, Assistant Principal at Veterans Elementary School — an educator and leader dedicated to shaping young minds and strengthening the future of our community.

Through his leadership in education, Mr. Ray supports student achievement, empowers teachers, and fosters a positive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. His commitment to mentorship, excellence, and service reflects the powerful legacy of Black educators who transform lives every day.

A proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., he exemplifies the fraternity’s enduring aims of Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for All Mankind through his leadership and dedication to education and community uplift.

Beyond his professional and community impact, Mr. Ray is a devoted husband to his wife, Keisha, and a loving father to their beautiful children — reflecting the same care, guidance, and strength at home that he brings to the students and families he serves.

We honor Edgar Ray for his service to education, his community, and his family — a true example of Black excellence in action.

&Associates

02/16/2026

We Are Black History! ❤️💛💚🖤

During our devotional service, Deacon Stephen Duval delivered a history lesson of the Negro National Anthem, "Lift Every Voice and Sing" written by James Weldon Johnson. With uplifted voices, the congregation sand this hymn.

Next, out Youth Department of FBC, led by Sisters Marie Jones Duval and Wilma Ingram Mathis, continued presenting the history of our church.

These meaningful lessons we continue to learn about our church amplifies the rich history of 200 hundrend years that we celebrate this year.