First Baptist Church, Ridgeway, SC

10/05/2026

We are so thankful for our CMBA pastors who faithfully lead and love their congregations!

09/18/2026

The CMBA Pastoral Care Team is sponsoring a day at the SC State Fair on Oct. 17 for CMBA pastors and ministerial staff members and their families!

Register for this free event by Oct. 7 at -

https://columbiametro.org/cmba-church-ministerial-staff-day-at-the-sc-state-fair/

08/21/2026

Your prayers impact your pastor and your church. ⛪️

shares how you can pray for your pastor this weekend:

🙏 Pray for them to be anointed by the Spirit.
🙏 Pray for them to preach from an overflow of their own worship.
🙏 Pray for them to be protected from the enemy.
🙏 Pray for them to rest well afterward.

08/17/2026

CMBA churches are encouraged to participate in the next Executive Team meeting held on Tues., Sept. 15, at 6:30pm at Palmetto Life Church, 2204 Park Street in Columbia.

In addition to a brief business session, prayer will be a primary focus of our time together that evening. Desserts and coffee will be served.

07/30/2026

“I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my pleas for mercy.” Psalm 116:1

06/29/2026

“Let them praise the name of the LORD, for his name alone is exalted; his majesty is above earth and heaven.” Psalm 148:13

06/16/2026

In response to their desire to better serve members of our Family of Churches, CMBA’s Community Missions Focus Team has created this referrals list of Midlands ministry resources and local food, clothing, and donation locations.

06/12/2026

05/27/2026

CMBA welcomes Marte Thomas, our new semi-virtual part-time assistant!

https://columbiametro.org/getting-to-know-marte-thomas-cmbas-new-semi-virtual-assistant/

04/17/2026

Shandon Baptist Church is hosting a Senior Adult Revival this coming Monday-Wednesday, April 20-22. Morning sessions start at 9:30am and conclude at noon.

This is a community-wide event with plenty of parking for groups and buses.