Adult Sunday School
Sunday School is the backbone of our church and it’s the best way to build relationships with other people. Our goal is to help people of all ages connect with God through His Word. Our teachers present God’s word to you in a way that will help you grow. Additionally, you will develop strong community within these groups. Most of our classes are organized around age and life stage, but we invite you to find the class that fits your needs.The best way to find a class at First Baptist is to visit our welcome center located between Boyce Chapel and the sanctuary. Look for signs on Hampton Street in front of the sanctuary.
Singles
First Singles is the place for you to find a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, lasting friendships with others, and a place of service in God’s Kingdom. Between our small groups and ministry-wide special events, you will be able to connect to a larger body of single adults in the Columbia area seeking God and striving to honor Christ. Come see what First Singles has to offer you, and also what you might be able to offer back to God’s Kingdom!
SUNDAY MORNINGS
The Young Professionals is a co-ed Bible study for single twenty and thirty-somethings who are striving to make in impact at their work and in their communities.
Transitions
Lindsey Building, Room 315 at 9:15 AM
A co-ed class for single adults in their thirties and forties.
Engaged & Young Marrieds
Our young married department meets for coffee, snacks and fellowship at 9:15 AM each Sunday in Lindsay room 301. From there, the department breaks off into smaller classes.
Forever & Ever L-305
Teacher: Lynda Estep
Dates: Feb. 14 – March 20, June 5 – July 10, Oct. 2 – Nov. 6
Forever & Ever is a 6-week class held three times each year for engaged and newly wed couples. This class will equip them with Biblical advice and time-tested methods for establishing a healthy marriage. Session topics include communication, conflict, finances, and more.
The First Years L-305
Leaders: Julie & Craig Houston, Laurie & Smith Parrish, and Miriam Beacham
This class is designed for engaged and newlywed couples.
The Porch L-304
Leaders: Judy Clark & Verne McGough
A group for couples in their 20s and 30s.
Growing In Faith L-302
Teacher: Wes Church
Couples in their 20s and 30s.
Adult Classes – Lindsay Building 3rd Floor
Renaissance – L306
Leader: Terri Schumpert
Women’s only class for adults of all ages
Workmen – L317
Leader: Randy Spires, David White, Forest Quick, Skip Irish
Men’s only class for adults of all ages
Salt & Light – L314
Leader: Jason Mills
Couples in their 30s and 40s
Couples for Christ – L313
Leader: Ellen & Doug Senter
Couples in their 30s and 40s
The Way – L310
Leader: Bob Debenport
Adults in their 40’s
Servants of Christ – L309
Leaders: Bryan Barnes, Leahan Doar, Rick Bearden
Adults in their 40s
Cross Talk – L311
Leader: Jim Hartmann
Adults in their 50s
Regenerations – L308
Leaders: Gary Williamson, Debbie Debenport, Joel Temples
Adults in their 50s
Meridian Adults-Sanctuary Building, 3rd Floor
Meridian [muh-rid-ee-uhn] – a point or period of highest development, greatest prosperity, or the like. We would like for you to join us as we dig into God’s Word. The Meridian department was created for the “Baby Boomer” generation. We offer many different classes; so try a few until you find your fit! Join us at 9:15am in the sanctuary building on the 3rd floor. Come early for fellowship and refreshments.
Transformers – S334
Teacher: Teresa Sanderson
Adults ages 55+
Bible Survey – Choir Room
Taught by Rev. Richard Humphries
Adults of all ages.
Open Arms – S351
Taught by Rod Funderburk
Adults ages 55+
Open Door – S340
Taught by Curtis Braswell & Calvin Faulkenberry
Adults ages 55+
Wisdom Seekers – S344
Taught by Bob Davis
Adults ages 55+
Shepherd’s Class – L232
Taught by Dwight Riggs
Adults ages 55+
Door Keepers – S350
Taught by Cotton Kirkland
Men of all ages
Senior Adults-Lindsay Building, 1st & 2nd Floor
There is no better place for you to be on Sunday mornings than in our Senior Adult Sunday School classes. We have many classes to choose from for singles, widowers, and couples. Feel free to visit as many as you like until you find the one that fits you best. Our classes are located in our Lindsay building on the 1st and 2nd floors and begin at 9:15am. Come early for fellowship and refreshments.
Harold Miller – L226
Taught by Ed Shearin
Men ages 70+.
Deborah-Agape – L101
Led by Barbara Williams
Women ages 65+
Happy Co-Ed – L106
Taught by Bill Williams
Adults ages 75+
Koinonia – L235
Taught by Del Bailey
Adults ages 70+
Open Book – L105
Taught by Randy Hurtt
Adults ages 65+
Naylor – L227
Taught by Sandy Breazeale
Women of all ages
Baraca – Ellis E
Taught by Birt Dowling
Adults ages 75+
Joy of Living – Ellis C
Taught by Rigba Wolfe & Bill Mills
Adults ages 70+
First Seniors
Upcoming Events
First Seniors Fellowship
Tuesday, September 27th
Ellis Hall
Cost: $8, includes lunch
11:45 am
Let’s face it, digital technology can be frustrating, intimidating, and very complicated. It would be much easier to throw it out a window then to sit down and solve all it’s problems. But before you trash your gadget let me reassure you that you can be the master of your computer, tablet, and mobile phone. You just have to change your perspective and be willing to learn some new tricks. Instead of giving up on technology or settling for it’s problems learn how to navigate around them.
At our tech conference this fall we will give you a basic understand of how computers work. We will teach you tips and tools that you can use to avoid computer problems and solve them when they arise. We will walk you through some basic functions for operating your device and show you how to accomplish your digital goals. Finally we will equip you with valuable resources to empower you to tackle any and all computer problems you have in the future. Becoming the master of your device is easier than you think.
Please call Natalie at 343.8585 to RSVP by Wednesday, September 21st
First Seniors Trip to Historic Camden
Friday, November 11th
Camden
Cost: $8, plus lunch at Rush’s
Time: 9:30am – 2:00pm
We will travel to the Revolutionary War Site in Historic Camden and enjoy a guided tour of the Kershaw-Cornwallis House, McCaa’s Tavern, and the 18th Century Craven House. You will also be free to see many other sites on the 107 acre property where tour guides will share even more historical information.
We will end our trip with lunch at Rush’s in Camden.
Transportation provided. Please call Natalie at 343.8585 to reserve your spot!
Aaron Davis (left) and April Adams (right) are new media professionals that work at First Baptist Church of Columbia, SC. Together they specialize in graphic design, video, photography, and website. They help promote, market, and advertise every area and aspect of First Baptist Church through media creation and distribution. Their primary job consists of maintaining and promoting the online presence of the church as well as creating and disseminating messages through print and web to keep the congregation and greater public of Columbia informed and aware of the ministry of First Baptist Church Columbia, SC.
“I love what I do. Every day I get to come into work and create media that works in uninison with the goals of this church; to connect and share with others the gospel of Jesus Christ. I get to help this church and its ministries accomplish their goals by working with them to reach the community. – Aaron Davis
