“We are thrilled that the court has rightly ruled that states have the right to intervene to protect children from the irreparable harm of gender experimentation,” Leatherwood said. “When it comes to a biblical approach to gender and sexuality, Southern Baptists are united. Our public witness—whether before the Supreme Court or elsewhere—is strongest when we work together.”   Read More

Emily's position involves creating a stronger sense of community between international students who work in our area and First Baptist Church.   Read More

Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.-- Romans 12: 10 In today's busy world, it's harder than ever before to keep up-to-date with events and schedules.Our emails run the gamut from weekly newsletters like this to prayer life updates and quick meeting reminders. Text messages are reserved for meeting reminders or special worship updates.Be sure you've registered for...  Read More

Springtime in the Smokies brings ...Easter Sermon SeriesLifeway offers Free StudiesFBC Raises Missions Fund via Spring Rod Run      -- Daffodils marking old homesteads     -- Visitors looking for God's handiwork in the blooms, sunrises, and sunsets     -- Fun-seekers searching for new experiences at our many theme parks, shows, and shopping centers     -- Car enthusiasts sharing their love of all ...  Read More

There are trees here that stood before our forefathers ever came to this continent: there are brooks that still run as clear as on the day the first pioneer cupped his hand and drank from them. In this Park, we shall conserve these trees, the pine, the red-bud, the dogwood, the azalea, the rhododendron, the trout and the thrush for the happiness of the American people. – President Franklin D. Roos...  Read More

Spring Rod Run110th Anniversary PlansFraud AlertText & Phone ScamsEmail ScamsReporting FraudFinal Thoughts Despite the lower Spring Rod Run numbers, the FBCPF volunteers had a successful mission fundraiser last week.We raised $8,870 in donations for parking spaces! Thank you to Kevin W. and the Rod Run team for their dedication to this project. We could not have done it without you!Thanks to John ...  Read More